Alter Ego de Palmer 2012, Margaux - Parker 93
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Elegant Margaux with dark fruits, white truffle notes, silky tannins, long finish, perfect balance, and great finesse.
Château Palmer Alter Ego 2012 - Margaux
Origin & Production
Château Palmer Alter Ego 2012 is a red wine from the Margaux appellation, produced by Château Palmer, classified as a Cru Classé. This vintage is made from a blend of 51% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon and 9% Petit Verdot. The vines, grown on gravel and gravel-clay soils, benefit from integrated viticulture. Vinification takes place in temperature-controlled vats, followed by 12 to 14 months in barrels, 35% of which are new.
Wine profile
- Colour : Deep garnet red.
- Nose : Aromas of ripe black fruit (blackcurrant, blackberry), white truffle, stone and liquorice, with subtle floral and woody notes.
- Palate: Supple and round on the palate, with a fine, elegant tannic structure. The balance between acidity and fruit is remarkable, offering a velvety texture and good length.
- Finish: Persistent, with hints of dark chocolate and toasted wood.
Notes & Ratings
- Robert Parker (Wine Advocate): 93/100
- James Suckling: 94/100
- Wine Spectator: 90-93/100
- Decanter: 17,25/20
Wine & Food Pairing
This Château Palmer Alter Ego 2012 goes perfectly with :
- Roast duck breast
- Tournedos Rossini
- Aged cheeses
- 70% dark chocolate
Serving temperature
We recommend serving this wine at a temperature of between 16 and 18°C to fully appreciate its aromas and structure.
| 5 Items |
Data sheet
| Volume | 0,75l |
| Vintage | 2012 |
| Alcohol | 13,5° |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites. |
| Packing | OWC 6 bottles |
| Vines | Merlot 51%, Cabernet Sauvignon 40%, Petit Verdot 9% |
| Storage advice | Great cellaring potential |
| Consumption guidelines | Drink between 16 and 18°C. |
| Taste | Dry |
| Producer | SC du Château Palmer, Lieu-dit Issan, 33460 Margaux, France |
| Bottling | Mis en bouteille au Château |
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Elegant Margaux with dark fruits, white truffle notes, silky tannins, long finish, perfect balance, and great finesse.