Lynch-Bages Pauillac 2000

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)”