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AU $195.00
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Vertical Tasting - Chateau Lynch-Bages, Tuesday 21st July 2009, $195
Although classified as a fifth growth, Lynch-Bages is one of those properties which illustrates the single most important failing of this classification; it is outdated and in need of review if it is to really be anything other than a historical curiosity. Those in the know recognise that Chateau Lynch-Bages, under the direction of Jean-Michel Cazes and with financial backing from the AXA insurance group, often produces wine worthy of a higher classification, no matter what the label says. Many authors regard some older vintages as capable of challenging the first growths when tasted alongside one another. Join us as we taste selected vintages from the 1970’s, 80’s and 90’s.
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