97 points Robert Parker: "Beginning to open magnificently, the still dense purple-colored 2000 reveals a blossoming bouquet of blackberries, cassis, graphite and pen ink. Full-bodied with velvety tannins that have resolved themselves beautifully over the last eleven years, this wine is still an adolescent, but it exhibits admirable purity, texture, mouthfeel and power combined with elegance. One of the all-time great examples of Lynch Bages, the 2000 is just beginning to drink well yet promises to last for another 20-25+ years. (Aug 2011)"
96 points Wine Spectator: "This is a superstructured wine with loads of plum, blackberry and licorice. Full-bodied, with chewy tannins and a long finish. Gorgeous. Tight. Needs time.--Lynch-Bages non-blind vertical. Best after 2010. (2007)"
95 points Jeb Dunnuck: "Finally rounding the corner, the 2000 Château Lynch-Bages is mature, with classic Pauillac darker currants, lead pencil, tobacco leaf, and spice-laced aromatics. With a deep plum color and slight lightening at the edges, it's medium to full-bodied and has a layered texture as well as integrated tannins. A classic, elegant, yet still powerful Lynch-Bages, it delivers plenty of sweet fruit and a great finish. It benefits from an hour of air and will certainly hold at this stage for another 10-15 years with no issues. Drink: 2021-2036. (Apr 2021)"
95 points James Suckling: "Another wonderful 2000 coming out of its long sleep. Beautiful aromas of berry, tobacco, herb and spice that follow through to a full palate with round, textured tannins and lots of fruit. (4/28/14)"
95 points Wine Enthusiast: "Typical of Lynch-Bages in its sumptuous rich style, this is a resounding success for the team of Jean-Michel Cazes. With its sweet fruit, opulent but balanced wood and red and black fruit flavors, it is a wine that will develop relatively quickly but will certainly age. (Jul 2003)"
95 points Bettane & Desseauve's Guides to the Wines of France: "Evolved aromas of very ripe grapes with the roasted notes of hot vintages; abundant volume in mouth and appreciable persistence. Drink: 2011 up to 2020. (2011)"
5 stars, Decanter Award Decanter: "Dense, oaky nose, coffee and cherries. Monumental and structured, still youthful. From 2012. (Dec 2010)"
96 points Wine Spectator: "This is a superstructured wine with loads of plum, blackberry and licorice. Full-bodied, with chewy tannins and a long finish. Gorgeous. Tight. Needs time.--Lynch-Bages non-blind vertical. Best after 2010. (2007)"
95 points Jeb Dunnuck: "Finally rounding the corner, the 2000 Château Lynch-Bages is mature, with classic Pauillac darker currants, lead pencil, tobacco leaf, and spice-laced aromatics. With a deep plum color and slight lightening at the edges, it's medium to full-bodied and has a layered texture as well as integrated tannins. A classic, elegant, yet still powerful Lynch-Bages, it delivers plenty of sweet fruit and a great finish. It benefits from an hour of air and will certainly hold at this stage for another 10-15 years with no issues. Drink: 2021-2036. (Apr 2021)"
95 points James Suckling: "Another wonderful 2000 coming out of its long sleep. Beautiful aromas of berry, tobacco, herb and spice that follow through to a full palate with round, textured tannins and lots of fruit. (4/28/14)"
95 points Wine Enthusiast: "Typical of Lynch-Bages in its sumptuous rich style, this is a resounding success for the team of Jean-Michel Cazes. With its sweet fruit, opulent but balanced wood and red and black fruit flavors, it is a wine that will develop relatively quickly but will certainly age. (Jul 2003)"
95 points Bettane & Desseauve's Guides to the Wines of France: "Evolved aromas of very ripe grapes with the roasted notes of hot vintages; abundant volume in mouth and appreciable persistence. Drink: 2011 up to 2020. (2011)"
5 stars, Decanter Award Decanter: "Dense, oaky nose, coffee and cherries. Monumental and structured, still youthful. From 2012. (Dec 2010)"
| Product SKU | 14964 |
| Producer | Lynch-Bages |
| Country | France |
| Region | Bordeaux |
| SubRegion | Left Bank |
| Appellation | Pauillac |
| Varietal | Cabernet/Bordeaux Blends |
| Designation | Fifth Growth |
| Vintage | 2000 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | Red |
| Blend | 71% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Merlot, 11% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit Verdot |
| ABV | 13.3% |
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