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Chateau Palmer

2008 Margaux Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot

Chateau Palmer 2008 is a remarkable red wine from the prestigious Margaux region of Bordeaux, showcasing a masterful blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot. This full-bodied wine features a vibrant, deep ruby color that entices the eye. On the nose, it offers an elegant bouquet of blackcurrant, plum, and subtle herbal notes, complemented by hints of cedar and tobacco that reflect its time in oak. The palate is beautifully balanced, with a bright acidity that provides freshness, while the tannins are notable and structured, lending the wine a robust yet refined character. The fruit intensity is prominent, delivering rich layers of dark fruit flavors that linger long on the finish. This wine is dry, making it a versatile partner to a variety of dishes, and it exemplifies the outstanding quality that Margaux wines are known for.

Tasting notes:


Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

Tobacco

Tobacco

Cedar

Cedar

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Grilled Lamb, Roasted Lamb

Region:


Margaux

Margaux is one of the most important appellations in Bordeaux. It lies in the southern part of the Haut-Médoc on the Left Bank of the Gironde River. Unlike other prestigious Bordeaux appellations, Margaux's vineyards are not separated by quality. This means that vines belonging to the most celebrated châteaux often sit side-by-side with those of less exclusive wineries. All vineyards here benefit from the same gravel-rich soil and climate. Margaux wines tend to follow the typical Bordeaux blend, boasting a higher percentage of Cabernet Sauvignon than Merlot. These supple reds tend to have a strong, stable core of blackcurrant underpinned by a touch of cedar from time spent in oak. AOC (Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée) is the most prestigious of the quality tiers within France’s wine classification system. AOC-designated wines must follow multiple different rules on a broad range of topics. Wines are regulated on the appellation, varietal inclusion, production methods, alcohol levels, vineyard planting density and age of the vineyard.

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