1/5/2024 - BellevuePhil Likes this wine:

I know I promised off wine for 90 days, but she beckoned me from the cellar and I caved as I always do.

As the golden elixir kissed my lips, a rush of nostalgia took hold, transporting me back to a time when life was simpler, more innocent, yet ripe with adventure and discovery. The 2009 Lynch Bages, a wine steeped in history and tradition, embodies the essence of an era long past, stirring memories of moonlit wanderings through the enchanting vineyards of France.

My first encounter with the 2009 Lynch Bages was akin to revisiting a cherished chapter from the book of my life—a chapter written in the verdant meadows of France, where as a young child, I roamed freely through sprawling vineyards, guided by the faint glow of starlight on moonless nights sneaking doing what kids do. There, amidst the whispers of the vines and the gentle rustle of leaves, I embarked on a lifelong affair with the enigmatic charm of wines, an affair that would shape my very existence.

Upon uncorking this opulent treasure, a sense of anticipation swirled within me, akin to the thrill of setting foot on unknown lands during my adventures across the globe. The initial encounter with the 2009 Lynch Bages was a revelation—an intense and spirited affair that mirrored the vibrant hues of youth, entwined with the complexities of a wine maiden's allure.

As the wine danced gracefully in the glass, its youthful exuberance was undeniable. Like a seasoned adventurer relishing the aroma of distant lands, my senses were greeted by a symphony of scents—an amalgamation of wet earth and crushed gravel, interwoven with an intriguing spiciness that teased the palate. It “could be” a pop n poor but it’s a bordeaux, I must wait……The bouquet, reminiscent of the rich, fertile soils of the vineyards, conjured vivid memories of those moonlit strolls amidst the vines, where every step seemed to echo the history and resilience of the terroir.

It was as if each sip of this illustrious vintage carried me back to those moonlit nights, surrounded by the fragrance of blossoming grapes and the whispers of the night wind. Each swirled sip revealed layers of flavor that spoke volumes of the wine's youth yet promised an evolution that only time and patience could unveil. The initial burst of spiciness, akin to the fervor of youthful passion, was tempered by the subtle embrace of dark fruits—a melange of blackcurrants and plums, their sweetness lingering like a stolen kiss on a summer's eve.

As I savored each sip, I couldn't help but draw parallels between this exquisite wine and the journey of a hopeless romantic. Much like the tender emotions of a youthful heart intertwined with the wisdom of experience, the 2009 Lynch Bages encapsulates the duality of life—youthful exuberance mingled with the depth and complexity of maturity.

In conclusion, the 2009 Lynch Bages, with its tantalizing blend of spiciness, wet earth, and crushed gravel, embodies the essence of an unforgettable journey—a journey through vine-clad landscapes, under the embrace of a star-studded sky, where every sip is a tribute to the past and a celebration of the enigmatic journey that lies ahead. Cheers to the enduring romance of wine, the embodiment of life's most treasured moments, and the timeless allure of Lynch Bages.

NOTE TO SELF: DECANT ONE HOUR, GLASS BY GLASS…….

9/23/2023 - watcheslover Likes this wine:

I celebrated my 60th birthday yesterday (a little late) and my friend Romanée Confit brought me a Carmes HB 2016 to drink with a magnificent piece of very rare beef. Once again, at the risk of repeating myself, what splendor! I then made a wish, it was to live another 15 years while keeping the same discernment, just to know which will be the best between 2016 and 2022? That is the question! (Hamlet III, 1)

2/16/2023 - Gourmet Christian Likes this wine:

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Nach einem Las Cases 1982 genossen. Was für ein gewaltiger Unterschied. Kork fast wie neu. dunkles Rubin, minimal orange an den Rändern.
Kirschen, Tabak, Veilchen, Blueberry , blackcurrent, das schreibe ich sonst Nie : Umami ! wunderbar integrierte Tannine - ewig langer Abgang. mit 12.5% äusserst bekömmlich. Ein hocheleganter tanzender Marquis auf dem absoluten Zenit

after enjoying a Las Cases 1982. What a huge difference. Cork almost like new. dark ruby, minimal orange at the rims.
Cherries, tobacco, violets, blueberry , blackcurrant, I usually never write it : umami ! wonderfully integrated tannins - eternal long finish. at 12.5% extremely digestible. A highly elegant dancing Marquis at its absolute zenith

1/9/2023 - vvWine.ch wrote:

(90% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Cabernet Franc, 14.5% Alkohol, pH 3.6) Tief, dunkelfruchtig und floral, sehr komplex und mit kreidiger Note untermalt. Der Gaumen ist strukturiert, vollmundig, reichhaltig und mit Massen an fein verwobenen Gerbstoffen ausgestattet, trotz Körper und reifer Frucht wirkt der Wein elegant und frisch, sensationelle Länge. Grosses Terroir, grosser Wein. 2026-2050+ (Verkostet am 8. November 2022 in Zürich) www.vvwine.ch

1/9/2023 - vvWine.ch wrote:

(60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36% Merlot, 3% Petit Verdot, 1% Cabernet Franc, 13.5%) Ein wahres Parfüm ist das, sehr Margaux, floral, würzig, Kräuter, zitrische Aromen, Süssholz, ein Gedicht. Der Gaumen ist präzis und sehr frisch, dicht, mit top Tanninqualität, einer sehr guten Säure und ohne Alkoholüberhang, das ist pure Eleganz, die Frucht ist knackig, jedes Element ist an seinem Platz. Ein Wein mit Finesse und einem fast nicht enden wollenden Abgang. Einer der schönsten Weine des Jahrgangs. 2026-2045+ (Verkostet am 8. November 2022 in Zürich) www.vvwine.ch

1/9/2023 - vvWine.ch wrote:

(55% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Franc, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13.5% Alkohol) Top Nase, floral, verspielt, rote und dunkle Früchte, Gewürze, Minze, ein Gedicht. Der Gaumen ist kraftvoll und präzis, sehr frisch, ungemein feinkörniges Tannin, sensationelle Länge im Abgang. Das hat Klasse. 2026-2045+ (Verkostet am 8. November 2022 in Zürich) www.vvwine.ch

1/9/2023 - vvWine.ch wrote:

Sensationelle Nase, tiefgründig, klar und rein, sehr subtil und doch hochkomplex, rauchige Noten, dunkle Frucht, viele Gewürze, darüber florale Töne, ein Gedicht, eine Droge. Im Gaumen strukturiert, viel Druck, top Tanninqualität, ausgezeichnete Balance aller Elemente. En Primeur war ich hin und weg, und jetzt, bei Arrivage, bin ich restlos begeistert. Big Wine. 2028-2050 (Verkostet am 8. November 2022 in Zürich) www.vvwine.ch

11/15/2019 - Gourmet Christian Likes this wine:

Excellent 3 almost 4 hours decant, it developed very nicely, tried every hour after opening it doubled ever hour in terms of nose and richness, it reached a first drinking window and already offers endless pleasure if you are patient ����