The symbol of powerful and elegant Pauillac, between Bordeaux tradition and modernity

Historic estate of Pauillac, Château Lynch‑Bages has belonged to the Cazes family since 1939. Today, Jean-Charles and Jean-Michel Cazes oversee the entire operation, supported by Sarah Leconte (technical director) and the rigorous oenological team. The estate combines structured power, viticultural precision, and contemporary sensitivity.

Terroir & grape varieties

The vineyard extends over approximately 90 hectares, planted on deep Garonne gravel, mixed with clay and sand on a limestone subsoil. The grape varieties, typical of the Médoc, are distributed as follows:

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  Cabernet Sauvignon (~65%)

  
  
  
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  Merlot (~30%)

  
  
  
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  Petit Verdot & Cabernet Franc (~5%)

  
  
  

Philosophy & winemaking

Sustainable viticulture combining soil respect, controlled grassing, manual/mechanical harvesting depending on the vintage, and meticulous sorting. The winemaking is parcel-based in thermo-regulated stainless steel vats, followed by aging for 18 to 20 months in French oak barrels, with nearly 70% new wood. The dual ambition: expression of the terroir and harmonious structure.

Iconic cuvées

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  Château Lynch‑Bages: the Grand Vin, structured and dense, with notes of blackcurrant, graphite, cedar, and spices, with silky tannins and long aging potential.

  
  
  
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  Echo de Lynch‑Bages: second wine, fruity, elegant, and ready to drink young while retaining the Pauillac signature.

  
  
  
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  Pauillac de Lynch‑Bages: third wine, accessible and fresh, perfect for more immediate tasting.

  
  
  

Production: 300,000 bottles;

Area: 90 ha;

Planting density: 9,000 vines/ha;

Average age of the vines: 30 years;

Maturity: in 6 to 25 years following the vintage;

Second wine: Château Haut-Bages-Averous (120,000 bottles)

Grape varieties: 75% cabernet sauvignon, 15% merlot, 10% cabernet franc;

Best vintages: 2010, 2009, 2000, 1990, 1989, 1961.