The third wine from the prestigious Lynch‑Bages estate, delivers a classic and forward‑leaning expression of Pauillac, crafted for early enjoyment without sacrificing depth or character. A blend dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon with Merlot and a touch of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, it embodies the bold fruit and elegant structure typical of the appellation.

The 2020 vintage presents a brilliant purple hue and a bouquet rich in dark berries such as cassis and blackberry, layered with toasty and cedar‑like notes from oak aging. The palate is generous and supple, showcasing smooth, silky tannins and a fresh, balanced finish. As a "baby Lynch‑Bages," it serves as a superb introduction to the estate’s style: approachable yet unmistakably Pauillac in its richness and elegance.

Château Lynch‑Bages, classified as a Fifth Growth (Cinquième Cru) in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, is situated on a gravel‑rich ridge in Pauillac—an ideal terroir for Cabernet Sauvignon—featuring deep, well‑drained soils and proximity to the Gironde estuary that enhances ripening and concentration.

Since the mid‑20th century, the estate has been under the stewardship of the Cazes family, who have maintained a harmonious balance between tradition and innovation. In addition to their flagship wine, the estate began producing a second label ("Echo de Lynch‑Bages") and a third wine—Pauillac de Lynch‑Bages—in the early 2000s to showcase fruit from younger vines and deliver a more accessible entry point into the Lynch‑Bages style .

Today, under the leadership of the fourth generation (with Jean‑Charles Cazes at the helm), the estate continues to embody Pauillac’s signature power, finesse, and longevity. Their wines are hallmarked by ripe cassis, cedar, tobacco, and earth tones, supported by robust yet refined tannins and a capacity for long-term aging.

Cabernet Sauvignon (74%)

Cabernet Sauvignon is one of the world’s great red wine varieties, prized for its structure, longevity and unmistakable sense of authority. Naturally high in tannin and acidity, it produces wines with depth and backbone, often built around dark fruit flavours such as blackcurrant, blackberry and plum, alongside classic notes of cedar, tobacco and graphite. These qualities make Cabernet particularly well suited to ageing, where time in bottle softens its frame and allows greater complexity to emerge. While famously associated with Bordeaux, Cabernet Sauvignon expresses itself differently across regions and climates. In warmer areas it shows generosity and ripeness, with plush fruit and a warming richness; in cooler climates, it leans towards restraint, freshness and aromatic lift. What unites all great examples is their ability to reward patience — whether through decanting to allow the wine to open fully, or through years in the cellar. Cabernet is a wine for slower enjoyment, unfolding gradually and offering more with every glass.

Merlot (23%)

One of the world’s most widely planted and approachable red grape varieties, forming the backbone of many wines from Bordeaux, particularly on the Right Bank. Known for its generous fruit and soft texture, it typically shows flavours of plum, black cherry and blackberry, often complemented by notes of chocolate, spice and subtle herbs. Medium to full bodied with smooth tannins and moderate acidity, Merlot produces wines that are supple, rounded and easy to enjoy, both on their own and as part of a blend. It plays a key role in adding richness and approachability to Bordeaux wines, while in warmer regions it can deliver plush, fruit-forward styles, and in cooler climates, more structured and elegant expressions.

Cabernet Franc (3%)

Bordeaux - located in southwest France, is one of the world’s most renowned and influential wine regions, celebrated for its historic châteaux, age-worthy wines, and unparalleled blending tradition. Divided by the Garonne and Dordogne rivers, Bordeaux is home to two stylistic pillars: the Left Bank, dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon, and the Right Bank, where Merlot takes the lead. The region’s moderate maritime climate, gravelly and clay-limestone soils, and long growing season provide ideal conditions for producing structured reds, elegant dry whites, and some of the world’s most famous sweet wines, notably from Sauternes. Bordeaux’s appellations—such as Pauillac, Saint-Émilion, Margaux, and Pessac-Léognan—are benchmarks for quality and expression. With centuries of winemaking tradition, strict classification systems, and a global reputation for excellence, Bordeaux continues to set the standard for fine wine around the world.