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Alter Ego is the second label of 3rd Growth superstar Château Palmer. Planted to 47% Cabernet Sauvignon, 47% Merlot and 6% Petit Verdot, with an average vine age of 35 years, the estate is known for producing one of Bordeaux's most compelling wines in the aromatics as well as in the ability to put forth a rich, compelling, traditional wine. Alter Ego is typically made from the younger vines of the estate, and provides a stunningly good deal in great vintages. We tasted this out of barrel in Bordeaux, and found the 2009 to be rich, smooth, supple and complex.
Wine Enthusiast
Very ripe fruit aromas. The palate is almost velvet in texture, smooth and rich, fruits packed with black berries and sweet plums. A charming, delicious wine.
Score: 91-93.
—Roger Voss,
March
10,
2011.
Wine Advocate
A second wine that has improved dramatically is the Alter Ego de Palmer. The 2009, a blend of equal parts Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, exhibits aromas of blackberries, cassis, chocolate, roasted espresso and a smoky/foresty note. This hedonistic, juicy, succulent Margaux is meant to be consumed in its first 10-15 years of life.
Score: 91.
—Robert Parker,
February
2012.
Wine Spectator
Well-sculpted, with enough concentration to the dark plum, maduro tobacco, anise and warm tar notes to merit some cellaring, but enough bright acidity and juicy briar hints to make this accessible now. Drink now through 2020. 7,500 cases made.
Score: 90.
—James Molesworth,
2012.
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Price:$79.99 in mixed case $71.99 SKU13646 |  |
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