Château Lynch Bages 1991

€125.00*

Contents: 0.75 Liter (€166.67* / 1 Liter)

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Product number: JHW-26085

Filling level into neck, capsule and label good.

Product information

Tasting note: Château Lynch-Bages 1991 (Pauillac, Bordeaux)

The 1991 Lynch-Bages comes from a difficult Bordeaux vintage, characterised by late frosts and a cool growing season. Nevertheless, this fifth cru classé from Pauillacis one of the better wines of the vintage and shows the typical power and flavour of its terroir - albeit in a lighter, more elegant style than great vintages such as 1989 or 1990.

Sensory analysis

Colour:

Medium garnet red with distinct brick and orange tones - already advanced in maturity.

Nose:

Classic Pauillac aromas: blackcurrant (cassis), dried plum, cedar, graphite.
Tertiary development: Leather, tobacco leaf, damp earth, a hint of truffle.
Woody notes: Vanilla, roasted coffee beans, subtle smoky spice.
Rather restrained overall, but with typical Pauillac character.

Palate:

Medium-bodied with a fine acid structure - the tannins are soft and well integrated.
Flavours of ripe blackberries, black pepper, laurel and a slightly bitter cocoa note.
Finish: Moderately long, with a pleasant spiciness (pepper, iron) and a slightly tart mineral note.

Overall impression:
An elegant, ready-to-drink Pauillac - not as powerful as great vintages, but with typical terroir charm and good balance.

Rating & ageing potential

Parker (RP): ("A surprisingly good wine for the vintage")
Drinking window: Now - 2028 (already fully mature, should not be stored for too long).
Decanting: 30-45 minutes to open up the flavours.

Serving recommendation:

Saddle of lamb with herb crust
Wild boar ragout with chestnuts
Matured hard cheese (e.g. Comté or Gouda)

Conclusion:

A solid, easy-drinking Lynch-Bages from a weak vintage - not a spectacular wine, but with a typical Pauillac profile and good drinking maturity.

Tip: If you have a bottle, open it soon - the wine won't get any better, but is now at its peak.

	Alcohol:	14
	Colour:	red
	Country:	France
	Filling quantity:	750 ml
	Flavour:	dry
	Grape variety:	Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot
	Producer:	Château Lynch Bages
	Product type:	Wine
	Region:	Bordeaux
	Type of wine:	Red wine
	Vintage:	1991