{"product_id":"chateau-lynch-bages-2018","title":"Château Lynch-Bages 2018","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"100\" data-start=\"72\"\u003eYou must be 18 or over to purchase and receive this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"100\" data-start=\"72\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"100\" data-start=\"72\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"100\" data-start=\"72\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"100\" data-start=\"72\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"100\" data-start=\"72\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"100\" data-start=\"72\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"100\" data-start=\"72\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"100\" data-start=\"72\"\u003eChâteau Lynch-Bages 2018\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"383\" data-start=\"102\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"115\" data-start=\"102\"\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Château Lynch-Bages | \u003cstrong data-end=\"154\" data-start=\"138\"\u003eAppellation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pauillac, Bordeaux, France\u003cbr data-end=\"184\" data-start=\"181\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"196\" data-start=\"184\"\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2018 | \u003cstrong data-end=\"223\" data-start=\"204\"\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5ème Cru Classé (1855)\u003cbr data-end=\"249\" data-start=\"246\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"259\" data-start=\"249\"\u003eBlend:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot\u003cbr data-end=\"319\" data-start=\"316\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"339\" data-start=\"319\"\u003eDrinking Window:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2026–2055+ | \u003cstrong data-end=\"373\" data-start=\"353\"\u003eAging Potential:\u003c\/strong\u003e 35+ years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"388\" data-start=\"385\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"406\" data-start=\"390\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"406\" data-start=\"394\"\u003eThe Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"822\" data-start=\"408\"\u003eThe 2018 Château Lynch-Bages is a powerful Pauillac from a warm, concentrated vintage that favoured richly structured wines. Combining the estate’s signature bold Cabernet character with modern precision, the 2018 displays depth, intensity, and remarkable balance. A superb example of Lynch-Bages’ consistent rise in quality, this vintage offers both immediate impact and long-term cellaring potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"827\" data-start=\"824\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"850\" data-start=\"829\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"850\" data-start=\"833\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1000\" data-start=\"852\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"861\" data-start=\"852\"\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intense aromas of blackcurrant, cassis, and blackberry, layered with notes of graphite, cedar, cigar box, dark chocolate, and sweet spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1203\" data-start=\"1002\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1013\" data-start=\"1002\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied and concentrated, with a dense core of ripe dark fruit framed by muscular yet polished tannins. Flavours of mocha, liquorice, espresso, and toasted oak add depth and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1309\" data-start=\"1205\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1216\" data-start=\"1205\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, powerful, and structured, with dark fruit, mineral, and savoury spice notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1314\" data-start=\"1311\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1340\" data-start=\"1316\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1340\" data-start=\"1320\"\u003eProducer Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1660\" data-start=\"1342\"\u003eChâteau Lynch-Bages is one of Pauillac’s most iconic estates, widely regarded as performing above its Fifth Growth classification. Owned by the Cazes family, the château is celebrated for producing bold, age-worthy wines that consistently rival higher-ranked growths, particularly in outstanding vintages such as 2018.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1665\" data-start=\"1662\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1687\" data-start=\"1667\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1687\" data-start=\"1671\"\u003eWine Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1950\" data-start=\"1689\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1706\" data-start=\"1689\"\u003eVinification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fermentation in temperature-controlled vats; aged approximately 18 months in French oak barrels (around 70–75% new)\u003cbr data-end=\"1825\" data-start=\"1822\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1845\" data-start=\"1825\"\u003eAlcohol Content:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~14–14.5% ABV\u003cbr data-end=\"1862\" data-start=\"1859\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1876\" data-start=\"1862\"\u003eCellaring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best from 2026 onwards, with the capacity to age gracefully through 2055+\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1955\" data-start=\"1952\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1989\" data-start=\"1957\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1989\" data-start=\"1961\"\u003eFood Pairing Suggestions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2108\" data-start=\"1991\"\u003eExcellent with:\u003cbr data-end=\"2009\" data-start=\"2006\"\u003e– Prime rib or côte de bœuf\u003cbr data-end=\"2039\" data-start=\"2036\"\u003e– Roast lamb\u003cbr data-end=\"2054\" data-start=\"2051\"\u003e– Game dishes\u003cbr data-end=\"2070\" data-start=\"2067\"\u003e– Rich stews\u003cbr data-end=\"2085\" data-start=\"2082\"\u003e– Mature hard cheeses\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2113\" data-start=\"2110\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"2256\" data-start=\"2115\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanderson Wine Consultancy","offers":[{"title":"750ml \/ 0","offer_id":53346492121421,"sku":null,"price":115.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0847\/5846\/2797\/files\/DSC_0088.jpg?v=1770889905","url":"https:\/\/sandersonwineconsultancy.com\/products\/chateau-lynch-bages-2018","provider":"Sanderson Wine Consultancy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}