Subject: Bordeaux 2016 En Primeur - 98-99 Point Château Lynch Bages Released: Act Now to Stock Up on "An Exceptional Vintage"

2016 Bordeaux
En Primeur:
Château Lynch Bages
As the current harvest comes to market, it is important to remember what made 2016 a uniquely extraordinary vintage.
The winter and spring saw heavy rains and cool temperatures that eventually gave way to a long, dry summer. From mid-June until mid-September, Bordeaux experienced drought-like conditions with several heat waves and virtually no precipitation. The intense heat coupled with the dry weather strained the vines, particularly allowing older vines with deeper roots to fully express themselves. Substantial diurnal temperature variation helped to retain acidity, and, finally, a brief shower fell in mid-September, refreshing the vineyards just in time.
The warm and dry summer allowed for long, even ripening, particularly for the Cabernet Sauvignon that is the Médoc’s specialty. Wines in 2016 contain lower alcohols and showcase more acidity than in recent vintages, complementing their vibrancy, fruit, and structure. The 2016 vintage appears to challenge the historic 2005 and 2000 vintages for sheer complexity, concentration, balance, and ultimate ageability. As Mathieu Chardonnier of CVBG puts it, 

“This is as good as Bordeaux gets.”
What are the advantages to buying Bordeaux En Primeur?

Bordeaux's history of selling futures dates to at least the 17th century.  Buying the new Bordeaux vintage as a future allows you to lock in the lowest available pricing for highly-allocated wines before they reach the rest of the market.  Acquiring wines via this method also allows you to secure wine with the best possible provenance: once bottled, these pristine, just-released wines are shipped directly from Bordeaux to our warehouse.
Château Lynch Bages: 12 Bottles, 0.75L
Score : JS 98-99 / WA 97-99 / WS 96-99
Price : $1487.88 per 12-pack
Château Lynch Bages: 6 Bottles, 0.75L
Score : JS 98-99 / WA 97-99 / WS 96-99
Price : $743.94 per 6-pack
Château Lynch Bages: 0.75L
Score : JS 98-99 / WA 97-99 / WS 96-99
Price : $123.99 per bottle
Château Lynch Bages: 1.5L
Score : JS 98-99 / WA 97-99 / WS 96-99
Price : $267.98 per bottle
Château Lynch Bages: 3L
Score : JS 98-99 / WA 97-99 / WS 96-99
Price : $555.96 per bottle
"The 2016 vintage was one of exceptional weather conditions: a dry, mild start to the winter, a very wet first week of the year followed by a wet and chilly spring and a hot, dry summer. Harvesting began on 28 September, with a crop of extremely healthy and high-quality grapes. As in 2009, harvesting ended on 12 October and this one was also particularly promising: the berries were small and naturally concentrated with juice possessing good acidity, and displayed the highest level of tannins ever achieved so far. Displaying intense colour, very crisp fruity aromas, acidity, and very powerful yet velvety tannins, this is a great vintage." - Château Lynch Bages

“This is really back-ended thanks to a powerful and almost endless finish. Full-bodied, dense and powerful with incredible concentration and length. Round and polished tannins. Layered. This unravels bit by bit. Energetic acidity gives it such superb freshness. This is at the 2010/2009 level.” James Suckling 98-99 Points

“The 2016 Lynch Bages is a blend of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit Verdot with 13.7% alcohol and an IPT of 95, the highest ever for this property and probably one of the highest on the Left Bank this vintage. It was picked between from 27-30 September for the young vines, then the picking team stopped, restarting on 3 October with the Merlot and the Cabernets finished on 12 October. This vintage is matured in 75% new oak. It has a very concentrated, almost opaque bouquet that required some coaxing from the glass, developing floral and crushed limestone scents with time: disarmingly fresh and with stunning vivacity. The palate is concentrated and tannic, although they are not obtrusive and appear neatly embroidered into the multi-layered black fruit. This is a classic Lynch Bages with ambition and recalls vintages like 1990, a Lynch Bages built for long-term ageing. That arching backbone is counterbalanced by the keen line of acidity and a freshness that knows no bounds. There is ethereal delineation and tension on the finish, but I would give this at least ten years in bottle to enjoy this audacious Lynch Bages at its peak. Maybe the biggest surprise of the vintage, this has all the makings of a sensational wine.” Wine Advocate 97-99 Points

“This flashes some sporty flavors of ripe cassis, plum and blackberry compote, but quickly pulls everything together with the terrific graphite spine. Alluring tobacco and anise notes line the finish. Delivers fruit, power and cut. A great showing.” Wine Spectator 96-99 Points

“This wine is ripe and opulent, while still elegant. The balance is fine, showing plenty of concentration and a light touch of acidity. Black currant fruit matches the tannins and structure, making this one for the long term.” Wine Enthusiast 96-98 Points
We are also pleased to offer 2016 futures from the following Châteaux:
Château Beychevelle: 6 Bottles, 0.75L
Score : WA 96-98
Price : $449.70 per 6-pack Sold Out!
Be sure to inquire about availability as more wine is released from the Château
Château Talbot: 6 Bottles, 0.75L
Score : JS 92-93
Price : $347.70 per 6-pack
Château Quinault l'Enclos: 6 Bottles, 0.75L
Score : WE 93-95
Price : $209.70 per 6-pack
ChâteaSérilhan: 6 Bottles, 0.75L
Score : JS 92-93
Price : $107.70 per 6-pack
Château La Vieille Cure: 6 Bottles, 0.75L
Score : WS 91-94 / JS 92-93
Price : $119.70 per 6-pack
Château Sociando-Mallet: 6 Bottles, 0.75L
Score : JS 93-94
Price : $221.70 per 6-pack
Château Pape Clement: 1 Bottle, 0.75L
Score : JS 97-98 / WA 95-97
Price : $89.95 per bottle
Château Clerc Milon: 1 Bottle, 0.75L
Score : DC 96 / WS 93-96
Price : $69.95 per bottle
Château Labegorce: 1 Bottle, 0.75L
Score : WA 94-96 / WE 94-96
Price : $28.95 per bottle
Château Le Ormes de Pez: 6 Bottles, 0.75L
Score : WE 93-95
Price : $179.70 per 6-pack
Château Cos d’Estournel: 6 Bottles, 0.75L
Score : JS 97-98 / WE 96-98 / AG 92-95
Price : $899.94 per 6-pack
Les Pagodes de Cos: 6 Bottles, 0.75L
Score : WE 93-95 / JS 93-94
Price : $269.94 per 6-pack
Château Branaire Ducru: 6 Bottles, 0.75L
Score : WE 95-97
Price : $317.70 per 6-pack
Château Gloria: 6 Bottles, 0.75L
Score : WS 93-95
Price : $239.70 per 6-pack
Château Lanessan: 6 Bottles, 0.75L
Score : JS 92-93
Price : $89.70 per 6-pack
Château Beaumont: 6 Bottles, 0.75L
Score : JS 91-92 
Price : $83.70 per 6-pack
Château Doisy-Daëne: 6 Bottles, 0.75L
Score : WA 95-97
Price : $239.70 per 6-pack
Château Charmail: 6 Bottles, 0.75L
Score : JS 91-92
Price : $101.70 per 6-pack
Château l'Évêché: 6 Bottles, 0.75L
Score : JS 91-92
Price : $173.70 per 6-pack
Château Mauvesin Barton: 6 Bottles, 0.75L
Score : JS 91-92
Price : $101.70 per 6-pack
Château Enclos Tourmaline: 1 Bottle, 0.75L
Score : JS 96-97
Price : $129.95 per bottle
Château d'Armailhac: 6 Bottles, 0.75L
Score : JS 95-96 / WA 92-95
Price : $269.70 per 6-pack
Château Potensac: 6 Bottles, 0.75L
Score : JS 93-94
Price : $155.70 per 6-pack
Château Cantemerle: 6 Bottles, 0.75L
Score : WA 94-96
Price : $179.70 per 6-pack
Château Suduiraut: 6 Bottles, 0.75L
Score : WE 95-97
Price : $389.70 per 6-pack
Try an Older Vintage!
La Dame de Montrose 2010: 0.75L
Score : RP 94
Price : $57.99
Château Haut Bergey Rouge 2005: 0.75L
Score : RP 92
Price: $41.99
Château La Vieille Cure 2010: 0.75L
Score : WS 92
Price: $34.99
Château Prieure Lichine 2009: 0.75L
Score : JS 94 / RP 93
Price : $56.99 - ON SALE $51.29
Château Suduiraut 1975: 0.75L
Score : WA 93
Price : $99.99
Château Suduiraut 1999: 0.75L
Score : ST 92
Price : $35.00 - ON SALE $29.75
Château Suduiraut 2001: 0.75L
Score : RP 98
Price : $99.00 - ON SALE $89.10
Carmes de Rieussec 2009: 0.75L
Score : JS 90
Price : $34.99
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All wines must be purchased in quantities of 6 or 12 Bottles (except in larger formats)

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