Château Lynch-Bages2011
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The influence of Jean-Charles Cazes, the heir to Chateau Lynch Bages, has been notable - an increase in quality, consistency and vibrancy of the wines has been a catalyst for international attention and a scurrying to secure the increasingly impressive offerings. Though a 5th Growth, its reputation far exceeds its station in Bordeaux, and the 90 hectares of vines have produced stellar wines with increasing attention to viticulture and a modern approach in winery that is rewarding the wines with deeper concentration. The wines are unusually approachable as young wines, though cellaring should be considered for mid-term.
The influence of Jean-Charles Cazes, the heir to Chateau Lynch Bages, has been notable - an increase in quality, consistency and vibrancy of the wines has been a catalyst for international attention and a scurrying to secure the increasingly impressive offerings. Though a 5th Growth, its reputation far exceeds its station in Bordeaux, and the 90 hectares of vines have produced stellar wines with increasing attention to viticulture and a modern approach in winery that is rewarding the wines with deeper concentration. The wines are unusually approachable as young wines, though cellaring should be considered for mid-term.
- TypeBordeaux Red
- Size750mL
- RegionBordeaux
- Current Vintage2011
- Standard Drinks7.7
- Alcohol Volume13%
- CountryFrance
- Brand NameChâteau Lynch-Bages
- ClosureCork
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James Suckling
Prestigous American wine reviewer for jamessuckling.com
Vintage 2013
93 points
A dense, chewy wine for the vintage, with plum, currant and blackberry character. Full body, polished tannic texture and a bright finish. Very pretty indeed. This needs time to soften. Try in 2019.
Vintage 2013
90 points
The medium-bodied 2011 Lynch Bages possesses a saturated ruby/purple color as well as beautiful creme de cassis notes, a generous, concentrated, well-made, medium to full-bodied style and supple tannins. A successful effort in 2011, it should be drinkable in 3-4 years and last for 15+. It is a sleeper of the vintage.
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