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2011 Ch. Lynch Bages, Pauillac

Ch. Lynch Bages, Pauillac
Since the inspired 2006 Lynch-Bages broke the mould there has been no looking back for this great estate. Don’t get me wrong, it was wonderful before, and if you have been lucky enough to have tried awesome vintages such as 1982, 1985, 1986, 1989, 1990, 1996 and 2000 you will know what I mean, but since the unveiling of the 2006 there are extra elements and dimensions lurking at the bottom of a glass of Lynch-Bages. 2011 is absolutely no exception.

Fabulous intensity and concentration. Glorious grip. Super fine tannins dance around the palate and rest elegantly upon the layers of multi-coloured red and black fruit. This is a very serious wine, not as in it’s stern and broody, and too thoughtful and ponderous for its own good, far from it. I mean this would be a great 2009 or 2010 in virtually every châteaux in Bordeaux. Powerful, complex, decadent and compelling. It’s rock 'n roll wine making and Lynch-Bages is playing like Led Zeppelin in 1971.

If they ever re-classified Bordeaux again, Lynch-Bages would fly up the charts quicker than any other château. Outstanding!
(Simon Staples, Berrys’ Fine Wine Director)
Château Lynch Bages

BBR Decanter Parker Tim Atkin Wine Spectator
18.5/20 17/20 90 - 93/100 95 92 - 95/100
Ch. Lynch Bages, Pauillac
Fine density of blackcurrant Cabernet fruit, very good natural richness and very ripe tannins.
(5 Stars - Decanter - Bordeaux 2011 coverage - April 2012)

BBR Decanter Parker Tim Atkin Wine Spectator
18.5/20 17/20 90 - 93/100 95 92 - 95/100
Ch. Lynch Bages, Pauillac
Another strong effort produced under the administration of Jean-Charles Cazes (the son of Jean-Michel Cazes, who spent decades building Lynch Bages into one of the most popular Bordeaux estates), the 2011 boasts an inky/purple hue in addition to copious aromas of black currants, incense, forest floor and ink. Deep, rich, medium to full-bodied and layered with supple tannins as well as the vintage’s freshness and vibrancy, it should age easily for 20 years.
(Robert Parker - Wine Advocate)


BBR Decanter Parker Tim Atkin Wine Spectator
18.5/20 17/20 90 - 93/100 95 92 - 95/100
Ch. Lynch Bages, Pauillac
This has nice weight and intensity, with a solid core of plum, blackberry and cassis that's offset by a racy, spicy frame. Very sleek through the finish, with latent depth in reserve.
Wine Spectator's 2011 Top-Scoring Red Bordeaux
(James Molesworth, Wine Spectator, April 5, 2012)

BBR Decanter Parker Tim Atkin Wine Spectator
18.5/20 17/20 90 - 93/100 95 92 - 95/100
Ch. Lynch Bages, Pauillac
Product: 11973
Maturity: Drink 2020-2045 (For laying down)
Vintage: 2011
Origin: France » Bordeaux » Pauillac Map of the region
Producer: Château Lynch Bages
Grape Variety: Cab.Sauvignon Blend
Style: Medium-Full Bodied, Dry, 13.5% alcohol
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