APPEARANCE
Deep ruby red with purple reflections.

NOSE
The enticing nose displays perfumed sweet red fruit aromas of cassis and cherry alongside notes of spice, dark chocolate, vanilla and charry oak. Savory aromas of dried juniper berries, bay leaf, and dried tobacco leaf round out the nose.

PALATE
Lucious, smooth, surprisingly full-bodied, generous but elegant. Juicy dark plum and cassis fruits are framed by fine-grained tannins with complex flavours of licorice and dark chocolate.

AGEING
Aged on oak for about 14 months.

PAIRING
Slow cooked pulled beef or stuffed portobello mushrooms with a rich traditional Italian sugo topped with caramelized garlic cloves.

RATINGS

APPEARANCE
It captivates with its deep, ruby hue.

NOSE
Fragrant on the nose, dominated by rich cassis (blackcurrant), ripe plums, fresh raspberries, and hints of rosemary.

PALATE
Fruit-forward with deep blackberry and cherry core layers. Sweeter undertones of vanilla and chocolate emerge alongside a subtle peppery spice.

PAIRING
The structured tannins make it a perfect pairing for heavier red meats, particularly beef and venison, as well as outdoor barbecue dishes.

RATINGS

APPEARANCE
Deep ruby-red colour.

NOSE
A highly perfumed and complex nose which features blackcurrant, blackberry jam, and plum, interwoven with savory notes of forest floor, cedar, tobacco leaf, and graphite.

PALATE
Fleshy and expansive palate with an extra dimension of textural intensity. It offers layers of dark cherry, licorice, and crème de cassis. The wine is balanced by a sharp acidity and silky, fine-grained tannins.

AGEING
Aged for 25 months in French oak barriques (roughly 45% new oak) before bottling.

PAIRING
Due to its firm structure and rich tannins, Sassicaia 2020 pairs best with a classic Fiorentina steak or herb-crusted roast lamb or wild boar ragù served over pappardelle.

RATINGS

97pts

97pts

97pts

4.5

APPEARANCE
Distinctive deep ruby-red colour.

NOSE
Red fruits, citrus notes, hints of liquorice and Mediterranean scrub combine to form its aromatic profile.

PALATE
The tannins, both dense and silky in texture, fill the palate with elegance and precision. The finish is lifted by a distinct tangy vein that enhances the sensation of freshness and persistence.

AGEING
Malolactic fermentation in oak barrels, 70% new and 30% once used. After the first 12 months of maturation, the wine is assembled and returns to the barriques for 6 months.

PAIRING
Perfect in combination with second courses, with dishes based on poultry or game.

RATINGS

97pts

97pts

97pts

4.6

APPEARANCE
Dense ruby/purple colour.

NOSE
Intense red and black fruits – raspberry, cherry, and blackberry – mingled with cedar, mint, and violet notes.

PALATE
Château Lilian Ladouys always reveals a rich and crisp structure with ripe tannins and refined oak which melts into an explosion of fruit. It has the opulence and length of a Saint-Estèphe fine wine.

AGEING
15 months in French oak barrels (40% new).

PAIRING
Best served with classic meat dishes like roast beef, grilled lamb chops, venison, or wild boar stew.

RATINGS

94pts

94pts

93pts

92pts 

4

APPEARANCE
Brilliant ruby color with purple reflections.

NOSE
Dominant notes of black fruits and cassis, accented by hints of cinnamon and sandalwood.

PALATE
Soft, lush, and elegant with a silky finish and ripe berry flavors.

AGEING
The wine is aged for 12 months in barrels (30% new).

PAIRING
Offering a harmonious blend of flavors, it is best matched with roasted red meats such as grilled steak, roast pork and lamb shank.

RATINGS

92pts

4.1

APPEARANCE
Bright ruby with garnet hints.

NOSE
Floral and fragrant with notes of violet, cassis, sloe, and ripe blackcurrant.

PALATE
Medium weight with firm and fine-grain tannins and a crunchy fruit character. Smooth finish with mellow oak interation and good length.

AGEING
Matured in oak barrels (roughly 45-50% new) for 12 to 14 months.

PAIRING
Hearty red meats such as beef and venison.

RATINGS

3.9

APPEARANCE
Intense garnet color.

NOSE
Enticing aromas of black cherry, redcurrant, and dark chocolate, with subtle hints of cedar and tobacco.

PALATE
Medium-bodied and supple. It features silky tannins and layers of sour cherry, spice, and a fresh, balsamic finish.

AGEING
Aging 14 months in French oak barrels, 15% new.

PAIRING
Look for dishes that match its medium body and classic Pauillac savory notes, such as roasted chicken with herbs, grilled lamb chops, pork tenderloin or classic burgers.

RATINGS

3.9

APPEARANCE
Deep garnet red with purplish-blue hues.

NOSE
The nose expresses an aromatic palette of black and red fruit with spicy notes.

PALATE
The attack is supple, rich, with a good volume. This 2017 offers a wonderful
freshness, characteristic of the vintage, where the wonderful maturity of all the 4 grape varieties has produced tannins of an excellent quality.

AGEING
Maturation was in wooden barrels for 18 months (75% new oak).

PAIRING
Best served with barbecue, roasted meat, game and all kind of cheese.

READINESS FOR DRINKING
An approachable Lynch Bages but it should drink well for 15 to 20 years.

RATINGS

95pts

94pts

94pts

4.4

APPEARANCE
Intense purple/ruby with black highlights.

NOSE
Rich notes of blackcurrants, blackberries, violets, and orange peel, accented by cedar, tobacco, and dried mushrooms.

PALATE
Full-bodied, powerful yet silky, featuring refined, crunchy tannins and a long finish.

AGEING
Matured for 16–18 months in French oak barrels (50% new).

PAIRING
Pairs excellently with grilled or roasted red meats like beef, lamb, and venison, as well as mushroom-based dishes and aged cheese.

RATINGS

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96pts

96pts

95pts

4.3