2005 Alter Ego de Palmer
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Tasting notes
Tasted blind. Interesting hint of putty on the nose. Strong Cabernet/cassis fruit aromas. Not the most subtle, but correct. I could mistake it for a top Chilean, I suspect! (JR)
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Wine Spectator
Jancis Robinson MW
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The medium to dark ruby 2005 Alter Ego is a sexy, lush, up-front style of 2005, with loads of cedar wood, a fragrant and perfumed personality, and silky tannin. It is moderately endowed, but lusciously suave and seductive. Close to being an outstanding second wine, it will drink well for another 7-10 years.
Rich and sweet and a little bit overripe but certainly flashy even if not for the long term. (JR)
About the producer
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.