Chateau Palmer • Margaux, France
Château Palmer is the Grand Vin of this historic Third Growth estate in Margaux, a Merlot‑rich, Cabernet Sauvignon and P…Château Palmer is the Grand Vin of this historic Third Growth estate in Margaux, a Merlot‑rich, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot blend famed for its silk‑like texture, aromatic complexity, and remarkable aging potential. Grown on deep Ga…Learn More »
$365
/750ml
2017 Retail Average
96
/100
2017 Pro Rating
Fragrant and poised, the 2017 Château Palmer layers ripe blackcurrant, plum and a touch of blue fruit over hints of cedar, dark chocolate and discreet spice, all carried by pinpoint acidity. The texture is silky yet firmly structured, with very fine, persistent tannins that give the wine a focused, long and mineral-edged finish. This is a thoughtful, precise Palmer that trades sheer opulence for energy, clarity and a strong sense of Margaux grace.
Roast lamb with rosemary and garlic; Duck breast with blackberry jus; Wild mushroom and truffle risotto
Château Palmer is the Grand Vin of this historic Third Growth estate in Margaux, a Merlot‑rich, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot blend famed for its silk‑like texture, aromatic complexity, and remarkable aging potential. Grown on deep Garonne gravel overlooking the Gironde and farmed biodynamically, it produces some of the appellation’s most perfumed, supple yet structured wines, often rivaling higher‑classified neighbors.