
Château Palmer Alter Ego de Palmer Margaux
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Elegant. Energetic. The sophisticated second wine of a legendary estate.
Alter Ego de Palmer is not just a second wine—it’s its own expression of Château Palmer’s exceptional terroir. Crafted from the same prestigious Margaux vineyards, it features a refined blend of 53% Merlot, 41% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 6% Petit Verdot. The 2017 vintage balances youthful vibrancy and polished finesse, offering power now with the potential to age gracefully over the next decade.
Why we love it:
Alter Ego 2017 is the perfect Bordeaux: structured yet supple, expressive yet refined. It's a wine that welcomes wine lovers of all levels—pleasing today and rewarding tomorrow.

France

Margaux AOC

- Merlot
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Petit Verdot

Colour
Deep garnet-purple, rich yet fresh.
Nose
Lifted aromas of black raspberries, cherries, crushed blackcurrants, with delicate hints of Sichuan pepper, menthol, pencil lead, and cardamom.
Palate
Medium-bodied and energetic—plush black fruit, subtly savory earth, soft fine-gained tannins, and a long, lively finish.

Perfectly matched with:
- Roast ribeye with wild mushroom sauce
- Braised lamb shoulder or beef stew
- Mature Cheddar or aged Comté
- Grilled venison or duck breast

75

13.0

2017

Drink from now until 2035+, offering both early charm and further development.

- 94 Points - James Suckling
- 92 Points - Wine Advocate
- 93 Points - Decanter

A revered Third Growth in Margaux, Château Palmer spans 66 ha of gravel-rich vineyards. Their philosophy balances organic practices with meticulous craftsmanship. Alter Ego, launched in 1998, showcases these same exceptional sites with a softer, more accessible profile—often crafted with lower alcohol and earlier-drinking appeal.