The 2009 Chateau Lynch-Bages displays a deep color. The nose exudes distinctive characters of a sunny vintage year and excellent grape maturity: cassis and black fruits. The palate offers a smooth, forward attack. The tannins are remarkably fleshy yet delicate. This Pauillac is rich and round, powerful, with lovely balance. The finish is incredibly long. This superbly masterfully crafted Chateau Lynch-Bages carries infallible aging potential.
The medium to deep garnet colored 2009 Lynch Bages is boldly scented of crème de cassis, blackberry pie and baked plums with chocolate box, incense and underbrush suggestions plus a waft of bay leaves. Medium to full-bodied, taut and well sustained in the mouth, it has a firm, grainy texture and a lively backbone lifting the black fruit core to a nice long finish.