2009 Château Lynch-Bages
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michael@tastingsbymichael.com Likes this wine:
95 Points
Wednesday, June 28, 2023 - Jean-Michel Cazes, great personality in the wine world, passed away. RIP. In his honour, I was tasting this wine icon that was improved greatly under his influence. In the 1855 classification, it was a 5th Cru. Today, it would merit being classified as a 2nd Cru Classé.
2009 Château Lynch-Bages, Pauillac, Bordeaux, France. Ruby color. In the nose, aromas of cassis, blackberry, dark plum, touch of vanilla, sous-bois. On the palate, this is a powerful wine, with acidity medium -, tannins present but very well integrated. Great body. Very long finish. An excellent wine that is already great to drink, but still has really great potential - in 10 to 20 years, it will probably be even better. TBM 95 points.
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Comment posted by Antoine G:
7/1/2023 3:26:00 AM - He was a kind man
Comment posted by I'd Rather Be Drinking Wine:
7/1/2023 6:52:00 AM - Thanks for the note and update on this one! Lynch Bages is not only one of the best value wines out there, but it is also one of the longest living wines that ages remarkably well, IMHO! I have not cracked open any of mine yet, and will likely wait a few more years. Good to know it is progressing well!