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Tasting notes
Score 89/100 · Drink 2002-2012, Robert Parker, Apr 2002

The winery's second wine, the 1999 Alter Ego reflects its bigger sibling's terroir, power, and grandeur. It is a blend of 67% Merlot and 33% Cabernet Sauvignon, a seductive, charming offering with wonderful suppleness, a textured mouth-feel, and gorgeous levels of red and black fruits. It should drink well during its first 8-10 years of life.

Critic scores

Critic scores
88
88/100

Average Score

89
89/100

Robert Parker

87
85-88/100

Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

More reviews and scores

85 - 88 points
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Score 85-88/100 · Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

Primary blackberry aroma. Lush, silky and sweet, with slightly reduced flavors of blackberry and dark chocolate. In a softer, merlot-dominated style.

About the producer

Château Palmer - producer
Palmer

Ch. Palmer is one of the finest producers in Bordeaux. The Margaux Third Growth is known for its significant plantings of old-vine Merlot, typically representing a large portion of the blend and responsible for the generous and supple style Ch. Palmer is known for.

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Product details

Grape Blend

Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

Alcohol ABV%

13%

Classification

Troisième Grand Cru Classé

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