The 1996 Château Lynch-Bages is a quintessential Pauillac that captures the structure, depth, and elegance of a great Left Bank Bordeaux vintage. A Fifth Growth in the 1855 Classification, Lynch-Bages has consistently outperformed its rank, and the 1996 vintage is a testament to its pedigree. Awarded 95 by both Decanter and Bettane & Desseauve, this wine has received widespread acclaim. Now beautifully mature, it offers a complex nose of cassis, cedar, pencil shavings, tobacco, and earthy graphite. On the palate, it’s full-bodied and structured with ripe black fruits, firm yet refined tannins, and a long, savory finish. The wine is a blend dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon, with Merlot and small amounts of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, drawn from the estate’s 90 hectares in Pauillac. Château Lynch-Bages, owned by the Cazes family since 1939, has a long tradition of producing bold, age-worthy wines that reflect the power and finesse of the region. The 1996 vintage stands as a stellar example of this legacy—mature, expressive, and deeply satisfying.

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