Château Lynch-Bages (Pauillac) ‘22

Château Lynch-Bages Pauillac is a bold, structured, and powerful representation of the vintage, crafted from 66% Cabernet Sauvignon, 28% Merlot, and small amounts of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. It offers intense aromas of dark currants, tobacco, graphite, and mineral spice, featuring a dense, layered palate and velvety tannins. Although muscular and tightly wound in its youth, it exhibits precision, balance, and a long, regal finish—clearly designed for decades of aging. Critics praise its blend of power and finesse, awarding it top scores: 99 (Jeb Dunnuck, Wilfred Wong), 97 (Decanter), 96 (Wine Spectator), 94–94+ (Suckling, Wine Advocate). A benchmark Pauillac that requires cellaring but promises exceptional payoff.