Chateau Lynch Bages 2009
This wine is the flagship red of the historic Château Lynch-Bages. Though classified as a Fifth Growth in 1855, the estate is widely considered to perform at the level of a Second Growth, a reputation solidified by the Cazes family since the 1930s. The winery's philosophy emphasizes a powerful, generous style that is often the last to harvest in the appellation, ensuring maximum phenolic ripeness from its deep Garonne gravel soils.
Wine Description
The 2009 vintage is a monumental expression of Pauillac, characterized by a deep ruby or saturated garnet color. The sensory profile is opulent and flamboyant, featuring explosive aromas of crème de cassis, blackberry pie, and roasted meats, layered with classic notes of graphite, cedar, tobacco, and incense. On the full-bodied palate, the wine is luscious and "wide-screen" in personality, offering a massive mouthfeel of succulent dark fruits and chocolatey oak. Stylistically, it balances its powerful, chewy tannins with a surprising freshness and velvety texture, leading to a finish that can linger for over 45 seconds. Composed of 75% to 76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% to 18% Merlot, and small portions of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, this wine is currently approachable but possesses the structure to age gracefully through 2050.
Accolades
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate - 98 points
James Suckling - 97 points
Wine Enthusiast - 96 points
Wine Spectator - 96 points
This wine is the flagship red of the historic Château Lynch-Bages. Though classified as a Fifth Growth in 1855, the estate is widely considered to perform at the level of a Second Growth, a reputation solidified by the Cazes family since the 1930s. The winery's philosophy emphasizes a powerful, generous style that is often the last to harvest in the appellation, ensuring maximum phenolic ripeness from its deep Garonne gravel soils.
Wine Description
The 2009 vintage is a monumental expression of Pauillac, characterized by a deep ruby or saturated garnet color. The sensory profile is opulent and flamboyant, featuring explosive aromas of crème de cassis, blackberry pie, and roasted meats, layered with classic notes of graphite, cedar, tobacco, and incense. On the full-bodied palate, the wine is luscious and "wide-screen" in personality, offering a massive mouthfeel of succulent dark fruits and chocolatey oak. Stylistically, it balances its powerful, chewy tannins with a surprising freshness and velvety texture, leading to a finish that can linger for over 45 seconds. Composed of 75% to 76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% to 18% Merlot, and small portions of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, this wine is currently approachable but possesses the structure to age gracefully through 2050.
Accolades
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate - 98 points
James Suckling - 97 points
Wine Enthusiast - 96 points
Wine Spectator - 96 points
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$106.05Description
This wine is the flagship red of the historic Château Lynch-Bages. Though classified as a Fifth Growth in 1855, the estate is widely considered to perform at the level of a Second Growth, a reputation solidified by the Cazes family since the 1930s. The winery's philosophy emphasizes a powerful, generous style that is often the last to harvest in the appellation, ensuring maximum phenolic ripeness from its deep Garonne gravel soils.
Wine Description
The 2009 vintage is a monumental expression of Pauillac, characterized by a deep ruby or saturated garnet color. The sensory profile is opulent and flamboyant, featuring explosive aromas of crème de cassis, blackberry pie, and roasted meats, layered with classic notes of graphite, cedar, tobacco, and incense. On the full-bodied palate, the wine is luscious and "wide-screen" in personality, offering a massive mouthfeel of succulent dark fruits and chocolatey oak. Stylistically, it balances its powerful, chewy tannins with a surprising freshness and velvety texture, leading to a finish that can linger for over 45 seconds. Composed of 75% to 76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% to 18% Merlot, and small portions of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, this wine is currently approachable but possesses the structure to age gracefully through 2050.
Accolades
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate - 98 points
James Suckling - 97 points
Wine Enthusiast - 96 points
Wine Spectator - 96 points
