2017 Lynch Bages Bordeaux Blend

Bordeaux Blend - 6L
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REVIEWS

DC 95 JS 95 JD 95 WE 95 JA 94 JL 94 WA 94 TWI 94 WS 94 VN 93
DC 95

Decanter, April 2018

They've had their foot on the extraction pedal here, but the extremely dark fruit has great finesse. It is broad-shouldered and savoury-edged, and each time I tasted this wine it seemed a little richer and more complete...
JS 95

jamessuckling.com, January 2020

This is a focused and tight Lynch with beautiful blackcurrants, slate, graphite and lead pencil. Medium to full body. Very fine tannins and brightness. Linear line of tannins that runs nicely through the wine. A blend of...
JD 95

jebdunnuck.com, February 2020

A blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Merlot, and the rest Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, brought up in 75% new French oak, the 2017 Chateau Lynch-Bages sports an inky color as well as a powerful, full-bodied style...
WE 95

Wine Enthusiast, March 2020

This concentrated, dense wine follows the estate's hallmark richness. Solid and generous, it has both weight and layers of fresh acidity. The wine promises well, ready to drink from 2024. - ROGER VOSS
JA 94

janeanson.com, March 2022

Kicks things off with black pepper spice and curls of violet aromatis, majoring on the floral side of Cabernet Sauvignon; This is great quality, sappy tannins, with enticing layers of blueberry and raspberry fruits. A...
JL 94

TheWineCellarInsider.com, May 2020

A super effort for the vintage, the vintage, the wine offers ample concentration, round, ripe tannins and big, juicy bite of sweet, fresh Cabernet grapes. Classic in style, with a nice dusty complexity in the texture in...
WA 94

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, March 2019

Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2017 Lynch Bages sashays out of the glass with flamboyant scents of baked blackcurrants, blackberry preserves and mulberries plus touches of lavender, dark chocolate, star anise and...
TWI 94

The Wine Independent, December 2022

The Lynch-Bages 2017 is a blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc, and 2% Petit Verdot and it has a deep garnet color. It offers wonderfully pure notes of crushed black and red currants, fresh juicy...
WS 94

Wine Spectator, March 2020

This leans toward the austere side of Pauillac, with a slightly bracing iron and chalk frame around a core of red and black currant fruit, liberally laced with savory and cedar notes. Exhibits ample length and cut...
VN 93

Vinous, July 2023

The 2017 Lynch-Bages has a pure bouquet with ebullient black cherry and blueberry fruit. The oak is neatly integrated, precise and controlled. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy black fruit. It's pretty dense with...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Bordeaux Blend
Country France
Region Bordeaux
Sub-region Pauillac
Vintage 2017
Size 6L
Percent alcohol 14%
Closure Cork

The 2017 Lynch Bages is a Bordeaux Blend that hails from the esteemed Pauillac region in Bordeaux, France. With its deep garnet-purple color, this wine is a true beauty that captivates the senses.

On the nose, the wine offers an enticing array of aromas, including blackcurrants, slate, graphite, and lead pencil. These notes create a focused and tight profile that is both elegant and complex. As you take your first sip, you'll be greeted by medium to full body and very fine tannins that add a touch of brightness to the wine. The linear line of tannins runs nicely through the wine, enhancing its structure and balance.

The palate of the 2017 Lynch Bages is characterized by a concentrated and dense profile. It showcases the hallmark richness of the estate, with layers of fresh acidity that provide weight and depth. The wine promises well and is ready to drink from 2024, but if you can exercise patience and hold off for 7-9 years, it is sure to reward you with big dividends.

Renowned wine critics have praised this vintage, with accolades such as 94 points from Jeff Leve, 95 points from James Suckling, and 95 points from Jeb Dunnuck. They all recognize the wine's power, full-bodied style, and its potential for long-term aging.

The 2017 Lynch Bages is a wine of great finesse and class. Its seamless freshness and fragrant finish make it a standout choice for any wine enthusiast. With its superb concentration, round and ripe tannins, and a juicy bite of sweet, fresh Cabernet grapes, this vintage embodies the classic Bordeaux style. Whether enjoyed now or cellared for future enjoyment, this wine is sure to impress even the most discerning palate.