The 2000 Château Lynch-Bages is a legendary, full-bodied red Bordeaux from the Pauillac region. It is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot. It features rich flavors of blackberry, crème de cassis, cedar, and tobacco. Expect a long, smooth finish.
Key Details
- Estate: Château Lynch-Bages (Fifth Growth, Pauillac, France)
- Grape Blend: 71% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Merlot, 11% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit Verdot
- Aging process: Aged for 15 months in French oak barrels, including 70% new barrels.
- Tasting Scores: 97 points by Robert Parker.
- Flavor profile: Full-bodied and structured, with complex aromas of classic blackcurrant, blackberry, cedar, graphite (pencil lead), as well as tobacco and leather. Silky yet powerful tannins, with a long finish.
Drinkability: This wine has fully softened. It is excellent to drink right now but will easily age for another 10+ years.
Decanting: Open the bottle at least 1 to 2 hours before drinking. This lets the wine "breathe" and softens its tannins (the bitter, dry feeling from grape skins).
Food Pairing: Pair this rich red wine with hearty meats. It goes great with a medium-rare ribeye steak, roasted lamb, or rich stews.
