The story of Château Lynch-Bages is a rich tapestry that dates back to the 16th century, beginning with the ancient lands of "Batges" at the entrance of Pauillac. For centuries, this terroir was nurtured by generations of dedicated winegrowers, notably the Déjean family, who painstakingly unified the estate's plots throughout the 17th century. However, it was the arrival of the Lynch family from Ireland that truly transformed the estate. In 1750, Thomas Lynch acquired the Domaine de Bages, and his son, Michel Lynch, became a visionary pioneer in viticulture by selecting superior grape varieties and implementing innovative soil drainage systems. This commitment to progress continued into the 19th century when the estate embraced a technical revolution, installing a historic two-storey gravity-fed vat house designed by Pierre Skawinski—a marvel of winemaking heritage that remains preserved at the estate to this day.