{"product_id":"chateau-lynch-bages-1998","title":"Château Lynch-Bages 1998","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eYou must be 18 or over to purchase and receive this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eChâteau Lynch-Bages 1998\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProducer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Château Lynch-Bages | \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppellation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pauillac, Bordeaux, France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1998 | \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClassification:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cinquième Cru Classé (Fifth Growth, 1855)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlend:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 73% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc \u0026amp; 2% Petit Verdot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrinking Window:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2018–2030 | \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAging Potential:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 25–30 years+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Wine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 1998 Château Lynch-Bages is a wonderful Fifth Growth from Pauillac, celebrated for its classic Bordeaux character, structure and Cabernet Sauvignon-driven elegance. Situated on the renowned Bages plateau, the estate consistently produces wines that combine the power and depth of the Médoc with impressive refinement and ageing potential.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 1998 vintage displays a traditional Pauillac profile, with aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry and dark cherry complemented by cedar, tobacco, graphite and subtle herbal nuances. On the palate, mature dark fruit is supported by firm, savoury tannins and refreshing acidity. Developed through extended bottle ageing, the wine offers an elegant balance of fruit, earthiness and complexity, making it an appealing example of mature Left Bank Bordeaux.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNose:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlackcurrant, blackberry and dark cherry, complemented by cedarwood, tobacco, graphite, wild herbs and subtle spice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePalate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMedium to full-bodied, with mature dark fruit, savoury complexity, fresh acidity and structured, slightly rustic tannins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong and persistent, with lingering cassis, cedar, earthy undertones and delicate tobacco notes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProducer Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChâteau Lynch-Bages is one of Pauillac's most respected estates, situated on the celebrated Bages plateau in Bordeaux's Médoc region. Classified as a Fifth Growth (Cinquième Cru Classé) in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, the estate has developed an outstanding reputation for producing powerful, Cabernet Sauvignon-led wines with remarkable consistency and ageing potential.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe estate came under the ownership of the Cazes family in 1939, with Jean-Michel Cazes later playing a significant role in modernising the vineyards and winemaking facilities. Lynch-Bages is particularly renowned for its gravelly terroir, traditional Bordeaux winemaking techniques and wines that combine concentration, structure and elegance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 1998 vintage reflects the estate's traditional style, offering mature Pauillac characteristics, savoury complexity and the distinctive structure associated with this celebrated producer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWine Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVinification:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarefully selected grapes undergo traditional Bordeaux fermentation, followed by maturation in French oak barrels to develop structure, complexity and balance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlcohol Content:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 13%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCellaring:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNow approaching mature drinking, this wine is best enjoyed at its current stage of development. Decant carefully before serving to allow the aromas to open and to separate any natural sediment. Given its age, avoid excessive aeration and ensure the bottle has been stored under suitable conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood Pairing Suggestions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn excellent match for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eroast beef\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003erack of lamb\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebeef Wellington\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eroast venison\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eslow-braised short ribs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003educk breast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emature hard cheeses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanderson Wine Consultancy","offers":[{"title":"750ml \/ 6","offer_id":55280200286541,"sku":null,"price":155.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0847\/5846\/2797\/files\/DSC_0662.jpg?v=1793971819","url":"https:\/\/sandersonwineconsultancy.com\/products\/chateau-lynch-bages-1998","provider":"Sanderson Wine Consultancy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}