2021 Château Lynch-Bages, Pauillac 5. Cru

This is a classic Bordeaux blend dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon, with Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, from Pauillac. The grapes are hand-harvested from gravelly soils and vinified in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, then aged in new and used French oak barrels for optimal maturation and flavour development. Gravel and clay soils give the wine its powerful structure and mineral character. The aroma is intense, with blackcurrant, cedar, tobacco and dark chocolate. The palate is full, with ripe berries, spice, soft tannins and a complex oak structure. The mouthfeel is well structured, with a long and elegant finish. Serve at 16-18°C, ideally decanted before serving.