Alter Ego de Palmer 2009 (OWC 6)
Price: $785 / bottle
Color: | Red |
Vintage: | 2009 |
Producer: | - |
Classification: | 2nd wine of Palmer |
Region: | Bordeaux |
Sub-region: | Margaux |
Size: | 75cl |
Minimum order: | 6 bottles |
Expert Score:
Robert Parker (RP) | Jancis Robinson (JR) | Wine Spectator (WS) |
---|---|---|
91 | 17.5 | - |
Description
By Vinous in 2019 (NM93)
The 2009 Alter Ego de Palmer offers fleshy red cherry and wild strawberry scents on the nose, rose petal mixed with subtle mulch-like aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannin, a fine bead of acidity, fresh and poised with an open and expressive, slightly ferrous finish. This has a lot of personality and it should continue to age well. Tasted blind at Farr Vintners’ 2009 Bordeaux tasting.
By James Suckling in 2013 (JS93)
What a second wine. This is so delicious with a dense palate and beautiful yet friendly structure. Velvety tannins coat your mouth but it is the savory fruit that brings you back for more. Love the chocolate and coffee undertones. Better in 2016 but beautiful now.
By Wine Enthusiast in 2011 (WE91-93)
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.
By Robert Parker in 2011 (RP91)
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.