Château Lynch-Bages 2011, Pauillac 5° Grand Cru Classé - DM 3L - Parker 90
€736.00
(€245.33 L)
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This vintage is outstanding for its display of well ripened fruit, fine, plump tannins, and a good freshness to ensure classic balance.
Château Lynch-Bages is an iconic estate located in Pauillac, on the left bank of the Gironde. The 2011 vintage stands out for its elegant structure and ageing potential.
Tasting
- Colour: Deep, intense red.
- Nose: Typical aromas of black fruit, particularly blackcurrant, with hints of spice.
- Palate: Precise attack, elegant, well-balanced structure, with ripe tannins and good persistence.
- Finish: Long and persistent, with a lovely freshness.
Grape varieties
- Cabernet Sauvignon: 72
- Merlot: 23
- Cabernet Franc: 3%.
- Petit Verdot: 2%
Critics' scores
- Robert Parker / Wine Advocate: 90/100
- Wine Spectator: 92/100
- James Suckling: 93/100
- Bettane & Desseauve: 16.5/20
- Vinous (Neal Martin): 90/100
- Revue du Vin de France: 94/100
- Jean-Marc Quarin: 93/100
Tasting advice
This wine goes perfectly with dishes such as game, grilled red meats, grilled white meats and hard cheeses.
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Data sheet
| Volume | 3l |
| Vintage | 2011 |
| Alcohol | 13° |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites. |
| Packing | OWC 1 bottle |
| Vines | Cabernet Sauvignon 72%, Merlot 23%, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot |
| Storage advice | Great cellaring potential |
| Consumption guidelines | Drink between 16 and 18°C. |
| Taste | Dry |
| Producer | Château Lynch-Bages, 33250 Pauillac, France |
| Bottling | Mis en bouteille au Château |
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This vintage is outstanding for its display of well ripened fruit, fine, plump tannins, and a good freshness to ensure classic balance.