Pauillac
2008
5th Growth
78% Cabernet Sauvignon
13% Merlot
7% Cabernet Franc
2% Petit Verdot
Region: Bordeaux
ESTATE HISTORY
The history of Lynch-Bages, situated in the lands of “Batges” at the entrance to Pauillac, is emblematic of the Médoc region. Formerly owned by the illustrious Lynch family, of Irish descent, the estate was acquired by the Cazes family in 1939.
TERROIR
Surface: 90 hectares
Soil: Garonne Gravel
The Lynch-Bages vineyard (1855 Grand Cru Classé), overlooks the Gironde estuary and stretches over a beautiful gravelly hilltop.
WINEMAKING
Harvest: hand-picked and sorted at the vineyard
Ageing: French oak barrels for 15 months (75% new wood)
TASTING & FOOD PAIRINGS
Lynch-Bages 2008 displays nice aromas of cranberry, dried floral notes, and tobacco. The palate has nice energy and acidity with excellent tannin structure. A very good blend of intensity, depth, and structure.
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