Chateau Lynch-Bages, Pauillac, France 2015 Rioja Alta I was blown away by

I was blown away by the 2016 Château Marquis d'Alesme Becker on each of the three times I was able to taste it

and the oak is also better integrated

100% Chardonnay that remains on its lees until being disgorged just before leaving the cellar

endowing the wine with a beautifully mellow appeal

pale straw yellow

Chateau Lynch-Bages, Pauillac, France 2015 Rioja Alta I was blown away byBrambly and attractive ripe blackberries and red plum aromas with some floral accents, too. The palate has a very plush, polished and regal shape as tannins frame up a core of ripe black fruit. Succulent, impressive finish. 95 Pts James Suckling