This is Chateau Lynch-Bages' other second wine, or third wine. Killer wine for the price!
From: Pauillac, Bordeaux, France
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc
Taste: This wine is a deep garnet color highlighted by purplish-blue tints. Dark red and blue fruits, including blackcurrant and black cherry complemented by notes of graphite, leather, mint, and mocha. Delicate floral tones add a refined elegance. On the palate, the tannins are well-integrated, creating a smooth texture, while subtle hints of spice enhance the black and red fruit flavors.
Pairing: Its blackcurrant and black cherry notes shine alongside a rosemary-crusted pork tenderloin, while the hints of mocha and leather complement the smoky richness of a grilled New York strip steak. For poultry lovers, roasted chicken seasoned with garlic and thyme provides a savory counterpoint to the wine’s fruit-forward nature.
The wine’s supple texture and spicy undertones make it an excellent match for hearty dishes like beef bourguignon, whose depth enhances the slow-cooked flavors. A wild mushroom and spinach lasagna pairs beautifully with the wine’s earthy complexity, while roasted portobello mushrooms stuffed with herbed breadcrumbs and Parmesan highlight its fresh, floral character. It also complements grilled beef kofta (or other grilled meats) served with a side of smoky baba ghanoush or a Spanish chorizo paella, as the wine’s structure balances the bold, savory flavors of the dish.