Parker about Château Lynch Bages 1999
A charming, lush, round, generous Lynch Bages, the 1999 offers plenty of sweet black currant fruit, damp earth, licorice, cedarwood and spicy herb-like characteristics. Medium-bodied, savory and broad in the mouth with no hard edges, this fully mature effort is a somewhat underrated vintage for this estate. Enjoy it over the next decade.
Description
Land | France |
Region | Bordeaux-Pauillac |
Rebsorten | Cabernet Sauvignon 72%, Merlot 15%, Cabernet Franc 10%, Petit Verdot 3% |
Alkoholgehalt | 13.50% |
Füllstand | Into Neck |
Verschlußart | cork stopper |
Kennzeichnung | Contains sulphites |
Farbe | Red |
Inverkehrbringer | Chateau Lynch Bages, 33250 Pauillac, France |
Charakter | Dry |
Servierempfehlung | Decant at 16-18°C |
Trinkempfehlung | 2006 - 2040 |
Parker Punkte | 90 |
Jahrgang | 1999 |
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Château Lynch Bages 1999

Château Lynch-Bages 1999 is an impressive Bordeaux wine from the renowned Pauillac appellation, prized for its balance and charming structure. The 1999 vintage in Bordeaux was somewhat challenging overall, but Château Lynch-Bages produced a wine that impresses with its elegance and finesse.
The wine presents a deep ruby red color with slightly lightening edges, indicating its maturity. The bouquet unfolds complex aromas of ripe blackcurrants, blackberries, and plums, accompanied by elegant notes of cedarwood, tobacco, and a hint of leather. Subtle aging in oak barrels imparts additional nuances of vanilla, mocha, and delicate spices, rounding out the aromatic profile.
On the palate, the 1999 Lynch-Bages is well-structured and harmonious, with soft, well-integrated tannins that lend the wine a pleasant texture and elegance. The fruit flavors are juicy and balanced, supported by a lively acidity that gives the wine freshness and beautiful balance. Notes of dark chocolate, dried herbs, and subtle mineral hints add additional depth and complexity to the taste experience.
The finish is long and elegant, with a delicate blend of fruit and spice notes that linger gently on the palate. The 1999 vintage is now in its optimal drinking window, where it fully showcases its maturity and finesse, but also has the potential for several more years of aging.
Château Lynch-Bages 1999 is a wine of remarkable quality, reflecting the classic elegance and balance of Pauillac. It is an excellent accompaniment to fine dishes such as lamb, game, or aged cheeses, offering an enjoyable and balanced drinking experience for lovers of great Bordeaux wines.