Tasting NotesAroma: Violet, black cherry, licorice; aromatic and fruit-forward Palate: Fleshy and supple with a silky, velvety texture Finish: Smooth and persistent with elegant Margaux character Balance/Complexity: More accessible than the Grand Vin; moderate new oak preserves fruit intensity; biodynamic viticulture adds terroir definition; drinking window 3–20 years
Price Guide & Story
Appellation: Margaux AOC, Médoc, Bordeaux
Classification: Distinct expression of Château Palmer (3ème Grand Cru Classé 1855); not a traditional second wine
Grape Varieties: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot; Merlot typically dominant (vintage variable; 2021 saw 60% Cabernet Sauvignon due to frost)
Soil Type: Not specified
Viticulture: 100% biodynamic (certified 2017)
Vinification: Not specified
Aging: 16–18 months in French oak barrels; 25–40% new oak
Filtration/Fining: Not specified
ABV: 13%–14.5% (vintage variable)
Bottle Size: Not specified
Series: Alter Ego de Palmer, Château Palmer (launched 1998)