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  • Au pointe and delicious

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  • In the twilight of an era before woke culture pervaded our existence, there existed a realm where the nuances of life were cherished without restraint, where passion, romance, and adventure intertwined seamlessly amidst the backdrop of upper gentile society. Such a time was epitomized by the 1975 Château Lynch-Bages, a wine that encapsulated not just the richness of its Bordeaux terroir, but the essence of a bygone epoch where indulgence knew no bounds.

    This venerable vintage, uncorked with an air of reverence, unraveled for me this evening a tale that transcended mere tasting notes. As the crimson elixir cascaded into the glass, it was as if time itself surrendered to the allure of the wine, transporting me to a distant memory woven into the fabric of my being.

    In the halcyon days of my youth, along the serene banks of the Gave d'Oloron, my grandfather and I indulged in the twin pleasures of angling and revelry. It was in those golden moments that I imbibed not just the art of fishing but also the subtle complexities of life, often buoyed by the libations of the 1975 Château Lynch-Bages. My grandfather, a figure of unwavering refinement and a dash of flamboyance, would regale me with tales of adventure, passion, and an unapologetic love for the finer things in life. “Philadelphia Freedom” pounding on his ol French AM radio, and his love for this vintage. His penchant for showmanship mirrored the wine's robust character—bold, unyielding, and commanding attention.

    One particular evening, as the sun dipped behind the jagged peaks of the Spanish mountains, casting a tapestry of russet hues across the horizon, my grandfather succumbed to the drowsy embrace of slumber, leaving his glass of Château Lynch-Bages only partially savored. In a moment of youthful rebellion and unabashed curiosity, I seized the opportunity to taste the remnants of this enigmatic elixir. At 9 I could feel Its velvety texture danced upon my palate, each sip an ode to sophistication and indulgence. I imbibed not just the wine but also the spirit of audacity, a virtue my grandfather often championed.

    As the twilight deepened and memories intertwined with the tannins of the wine, I recall an incident that became a clandestine ritual. On nights like those, after imbibing more than his fair share, I'd stealthily finish the remnants of Château Lynch-Bages, leaving the bottle askew to create the illusion of an accidental spill—a mischievous act to safeguard the magic of our clandestine indulgence.

    The Château Lynch-Bages of 1975, with its robust tannins and symphony of flavors, spoke of an era where boldness was revered, where the pursuit of passion was unapologetically celebrated. Its bouquet conjured images of wild adventures, untamed landscapes, and the untold stories that echoed across generations—a perfect reflection of my grandfather's zest for life and my own fervor for the uncharted.

    However, amidst the heady swirls of nostalgia and hedonistic recollection, there lingered a poignant reminder of a time when societal norms were less constricting. The fading glow of the sun, painting the skies in hues of burnt orange and crimson, evoked memories of a more uncomplicated era, where political correctness hadn’t infiltrated every aspect of our lives. It was a time when the term "woke" held no relevance, and authenticity reigned supreme—a time when the pursuit of passion and the celebration of individuality were not overshadowed by the constraints of modern-day sensitivities.

    In the embrace of the 1975 Château Lynch-Bages, I found not just a wine to savor but a vessel carrying the essence of a spirited past. Its allure lay not only in its impeccable structure and flavor profile but also in its ability to evoke emotions and transport one to a realm where romance, adventure, and unapologetic indulgence were revered virtues.

    As the last drops of this revered vintage lingered on my lips, I raised a silent toast to a time when the echoes of clinking glasses resonated with tales of unbridled passion and daring adventures—an era immortalized by the timeless charm of Château Lynch-Bages, where every sip told a story and every memory was steeped in the richness of an uncompromising past.

    NOTE TO SELF: DECANT 1 HOUR AT LEAST, OPENED LIKE MY INDIAN ON AN OPEN ROAD AFTER ONE HOUR

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  • Grand Jury du Vin - Republic of Georgia; 11/1/2023-11/9/2023 (Republic of Georgia then stopover in Paris and Dijon): Another perfectly stored example. Perfectly mature nose displaying red and black fruit, strawberry, a hint of cassis, mushroom, dirty damp cellar, sous bois, sweet spices and earth. There is a hint of Brett, Very good concentration, generous red and black fruit, soft and warm, medium acidity, earthy mineral, fully resolved tannins and a medium long generous red and black fruit driven finish. IMO, the 70s were really challenging decade for Bordeaux and a lot of wines show Brett/dirty damp cellar that kills the fruit expression. This could have been at least a few points higher.

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  • Pours a gorgeous color. After half an hour in the decanter, the wine offers classic claret aromas of old basement, must, leather bag, mint, Fuji apple, and a hint of brown sugar. The palate is spectacular for a ‘75 (and I promise I don’t say this about every old wine—a lot of these bottles are from the same well-kept cellar). Some surprising fruitiness still. A great mouthfeel with reserved acidity.

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  • Love trying these older wines. An austere year for the most part that is certainly a part of this wine's backbone and which is what often allows it to age so well, but I suspect that this bottle was better 10 years ago as it seemed like the fruit had faded.

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