2005 Chateau Lynch Bages 5eme Cru Classe, Pauillac 1x75cl
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CRITIC REVIEWS
Neal Martin
The 2005 Lynch-Bages is more opulent on the nose with camphor-tinged black and red fruit, desiccated orange peel and sage. With time, it develops a lovely floral component. The palate is medium-bodied with grippy tannins, bold and brassy with plenty of substance. This is no shy retiring wallflower but rather a demonstrative, almost flamboyant Pauillac with layers of black fruit laced with white pepper on the finish. Maybe it is a bit brash for some? But give this time because it will ultimately mellow. Tasted at the Lynch-Bages vertical at the chateau.
Robert M. Parker, Jr.
As for the 2005 Lynch-Bages, it is a sexy, surprisingly soft and accessible style of wine, with a deep ruby/purple color, loads of creme de cassis, cedar wood and forest floor notes, medium to full body, ripe tannin and a long, fleshy finish. Drink it over the next 15+ years.
JancisRobinson.com
72% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot, 12% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot. Aged for 15 months in oak barrels (80% new). Deep red colour. Full and ripe on the nose. Plush but fresh at the same time. Still youthful, although aromatically there s a bit of evolution. Some sweetness to the fruit but balanced by the freshness. Big but refined tannins. Vigorous but balanced. Still plenty to play for. Lovely wine. (JL)
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