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Alter Ego de Palmer 2015

    Alter Ego de Palmer 2015

    Bordeaux • Margaux • Red

    $10,215.00
    $10,215.00
    $1,702.50 / unit
    Packaging : 6 x 75cl - Wooden Crate

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    Description

    • Country France
    • Region Bordeaux
    • Appellation Margaux
    • Color Red
    • Alcohol 12.5
    • Vintage 2015
    • Grape varieties Cabernet Sauvignon 47%, Merlot 47%, Petit Merlot 6%

    Located in the heart of the appellation Margaux, on the prestigious left bank of Bordeaux, the Château Palmer It has embodied French elegance since the 19th century. second vin, Alter Ego, It was born with the 1998 vintage and is distinguished by a more immediate and indulgent expression of the terroir. A true jewel of Margaux, This domaine ranked Third Grand Cru Founded in 1855, it cultivates a strong identity, nurtured by a rigorous biodynamic approach. Château Palmer is now recognized for the depth, balance and sensuality of its vintages, always marked by artisanal precision and a fine interpretation of its gravelly terroirs.

    Ratings

    Ratings

    • Wine Spectator 92/100
    • Parker (WA) 91/100
    • Vinous 92/100
    • James Suckling 96/100
    • Jean-Marc Quarin 93/100
    Notes and pairings

    Notes and pairings

    Tasting notes

    Alter Ego 2015 displays a deep ruby color with garnet highlights. The nose is expressive, with aromas of ripe black fruit, sweet spices, and well-integrated oak. On the palate, the wine seduces with its silky texture, fleshy volume, and remarkable balance. The tannins are elegant, supported by a lovely freshness. The finish is long and persistent, revealing hints of licorice and blackcurrant. A great wine. Margaux in an accessible and refined style.

    Food & wine pairings


    This Margaux It pairs perfectly with a roast rack of lamb, a matured rib of beef, or herb-stuffed mushrooms.
    Producer

    Producer

    The vineyard of Château Palmer extends over approximately 66 hectares of fine gravel typical of Margaux. These deep, well-draining soils, rich in quartz and pebbles, allow for excellent grape ripening. The vines, averaging 35 years old, have been cultivated biodynamically since 2008, promoting deep root systems and a natural balance. The diversity of grape varieties planted and the meticulous care given to each plot give Alter Ego a remarkable richness of expression.

    Owner and history

    Since 1998, Château Palmer is managed by Thomas Duroux, an agricultural engineer and oenologist, formerly a winemaker at Ornellaia. Under his guidance, the domaine has embarked on a complete conversion to biodynamic farming, aiming for a more precise and authentic understanding of the terroir. Supported by the Mahler-Besse family and the Sichel family, the historical owners, he has raised the château at the top of the great names of Bordeaux, with a philosophy of respect, artisanal precision and measured innovation.

    Vinification and aging

    At Château Palmer, The winemaking process takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, grape variety by grape variety and plot by plot. The wine is then aged in French oak barrels, approximately 25 to 30% of which are new, for 18 to 21 months.
    For Alter Ego 2015, the approach aims for the suppleness and brilliance of the fruit: the extraction is gentle, the blends carefully, and the aging perfectly integrated, revealing a harmonious and generous vintage.

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    The team's opinion

    A Margaux vibrant with elegance and depth, it charms with its perfect balance between aromatic richness and tannic finesse.

    • Serving temperature 16°C - 20°C

    • Climax 2025 à 2040

    Wine profile

    • fruity
    • wooded
    • floral
    • complex