Michel Lynch Bdx Classic Merlot 2013

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Michel Lynch
Label Name:
 
Bdx Classic Merlot
Vintage:
 
2013
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Bordeaux (Bdx Classic / Jean‑Michel Cazes selection)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
12.5%
Grape(s):
 
Merlot (≈90%), Cabernet Sauvignon (≈10%)
Acidity:
 
3
Tannins:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
3
Aroma Intensity:
 
3
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
some retailer listings note 2013 received a 'Commended' at the International Wine Challenge and typical retailer ratings fall in the mid-80s (approx. 86-88/100)

Tasting Note
Ripe red and black fruit (plum, black cherry, raspberry) with spice, violet and subtle earthy notes. Silky texture, soft ripe tannins and a fresh finish.

Food Pairing
Western: roast beef, grilled lamb, pork loin, mushroom risotto, aged cheddar. Asian: Peking duck, char siu (barbecued pork), Korean BBQ beef, beef bulgogi, mushroom hotpot.

Production Method
Hand-harvested, temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel tanks; short ageing in tank with limited/occasional use of oak to round tannins.

Vineyard Info
Entry-level Bordeaux label created by Jean‑Michel Cazes (Lynch family portfolio) sourcing grapes across Bordeaux to deliver approachable, fruit-forward wines.