Château Palmer Alter Ego de Palmer Second Vin (750ml)

Produced by the same team and from the same vineyards as Château Palmer, Alter Ego is the 'other side' of Palmer, another expression of Palmer. Alter Ego has the distinction and character of Palmer but is made to be drunk much earlier. Merlot is generally the dominant grape variety, making it supple and ready to open within 3 years of the harvest. A great wine with intense fruit, fresh and juicy.

Blending: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot.

Appearance: Deep purple-black.

Nose: It gives up exuberant crushed red currants, red cherries, black plums and mulberries with touches of forest floor, garrigue and lavender plus a waft of dark chocolate.

Taste: It is medium-bodied with a good core of plummy fruit and very soft, plush tannins, sparked by just enough freshness.

Finish: It finishes fruity.

Food pairings: It is best paired with all types of classic meat dishes, veal, pork, beef, lamb, duck, game, roast chicken, roasted, braised and grilled dishes.

About the producer: The Brane-Cantenac site has been producing wine since the 17th century. Initially named Domaine Guilhem H. Hostein, the property was bought by the Gorce family in the 18th century, changing the name of the property to Chateau Gorce-Guy. The Gorce family further developed the vineyard and the wine’s reputation. Around the late 1700s, it produced one of the most well-renowned and expensive wines in the Medoc.