“The bouquet of Lynch-Moussas unfolds gradually. It starts off with a hint of reduction, which bodes well for its aging potential! After some aeration, notes of black berries and pepper, along with a touch of eucalyptus, come to the fore. On the palate, the wine displays firm, velvety tannins. They lend power and form a solid foundation, working in harmony with the acidity. A wine that continues to evolve and gain definition.” (Yves Beck 2026)
Delivery: First half of 2028
Packaging: Plain cardboard box for 1 to 5 bottles purchased and original wooden case for multiples of 6 bottles
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Serve
At 17-18°C
Drink from
2029
Drink before
2050
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2020 guide): 3 stars (High-quality production, setting the standard in its sector)
About the estate:
Philippe Castéja has worked tirelessly to restore a magnificent family estate located in the Pauillac hinterland. The aging of the vines and the development of an efficient production facility have made it possible to produce a supple, full-bodied wine that continues to improve. Its terroir allows it to open up earlier than most wines in its appellation, which should make it more prominent on restaurant wine lists, offering good value for money.
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated estate (2021 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer’s wines are regularly recognized by the guide)
About the estate:
Owned by Count Lynch since the 18th century, until it was divided into two estates: Lynch Moussas and Lynch-Bages. Émile Castéja, who joined the family in 1919, took over the estate in 1969 and restructured the vineyards and winery. His son Philippe has been at the helm since 2001 of this 35-hectare vineyard, located near Batailley, which is also owned by the Castéja family.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2020 guide) Selected (Please note that this guide is a ranking, and as such, all the estates listed here—even those without a star—represent, in our view, the pinnacle of French winemaking.)
About the estate:
For several years now, Philippe Castéja has been breathing new life into this classified growth. Winemaker Denis Dubourdieu has done a thorough job here, starting with a complete overhaul of the vineyard. Over the past few vintages, the wines have improved, and the château now benefits from technical facilities that should allow it to go even further. Lynch-Moussas produces a relatively delicate wine of medium body that can be enjoyed fairly soon.
Vinous
Wine rated (2024 guide) 94-96/100
James Suckling
Rated: Recommended
Yves Beck
Wine rated (2026 guide) 93-94/100
About the wine:
The bouquet of Lynch-Moussas unfolds gradually. It initially displays a hint of reduction, which bodes well for its aging potential! With aeration, notes of black berries and pepper, along with a touch of eucalyptus, come to the fore. On the palate, the wine displays compact, velvety tannins. They lend power and form a solid foundation, working in harmony with the acidity. A wine that continues to evolve and gain definition.
Jean-Marc Quarin
Wine rated (2026 guide) 94/100
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