{"product_id":"chateau-palmer-2008","title":"Château Palmer 2008","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"sc-jMZVPV jBWMMx\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRobert Parker Jr., Robert Parker, May 2011 - 94P:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-jMZVPV jBWMMx\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA stunning success for the vintage, and possibly the Margaux of the year, this wine, which achieved 13.5% natural alcohol, is a blend of 51% Merlot, 41% Cabernet Sauvignon and 8% Petit Verdot. Loads of barbecue smoke, licorice, incense, blackberry, new saddle leather and forest floor notes jump from the glass of this dense, purple-colored wine. Extraordinarily intense and full-bodied, with plenty of tannin, but not the formidable structure of the 2010, this is going to be one of the longest-lived wines of 2008. It is full, rich, layered, and should be reasonably approachable with 3-4 years of bottle age, and will also keep for 30+ years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"sc-jMZVPV jBWMMx\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeil Martin, Vinous, February 2018 - 95P:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-jMZVPV jBWMMx\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2008 Palmer has a very intense bouquet with blackberry, raspberry, crushed violet and iris scents, blossoming in the glass whilst retaining superb delineation. The palate is medium-bodied with fine but quite rounded tannin that frame the pure blackberry and raspberry fruit. There are touches of white pepper and clove towards the finish, completing quite a superb Margaux from Thomas Duroux. Equal with Château Margaux? It might even be better... (Tasted at BI Wine \u0026amp; Spirits annual 10-Year On tasting.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"sc-jMZVPV jBWMMx\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChâteau Palmer is a renowned wine estate located in the Margaux appellation of Bordeaux, France. It is one of the most prestigious producers in the region, known for its exceptional wines that often rival those of the First Growths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassification and History\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Classified as a Third Growth (Troisième Cru) in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification\u003cbr\u003e- Founded in the early 19th century by Major General Charles Palmer, a British officer\u003cbr\u003e- Currently owned by the Sichel and Mähler-Besse families since 1938\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVineyard and Terroir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Location: Cantenac plateau in the Margaux appellation\u003cbr\u003e- Size: Approximately 66 hectares (163 acres)\u003cbr\u003e- Soil: Gravel-based, typical of the Margaux region\u003cbr\u003e- Grape varieties: Predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, with some Petit Verdot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWines:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChâteau Palmer (Grand Vin)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Blend: Typically 47% Merlot, 47% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Petit Verdot\u003cbr\u003e- Production: Around 10,000 cases per year\u003cbr\u003e- Aging potential: 15-50 years, depending on the vintage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlter Ego de Palmer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Introduced in 1998\u003cbr\u003e- Not considered a second wine, but a distinct cuvée\u003cbr\u003e- Blend: Usually higher proportion of Merlot compared to the Grand Vin\u003cbr\u003e- More approachable in youth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking Philosophy:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Biodynamic practices implemented since 2014, certified in 2017\u003cbr\u003e- Focus on expressing the unique terroir of Margaux\u003cbr\u003e- Meticulous vineyard management and grape selection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReputation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Palmer is highly regarded in the wine world, often outperforming its Third Growth status. Its wines are known for their elegance, complexity, and ability to age gracefully. The estate's commitment to quality and innovation has solidified its position as one of Bordeaux's top producers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-jMZVPV jBWMMx\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Château Palmer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50486503407882,"sku":"HSS013","price":1950.0,"currency_code":"DKK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0706\/9273\/3194\/files\/Palmer_54fd223b-868a-48d1-8212-edb6e625b981.png?v=1734852681","url":"https:\/\/carlwandel.shop\/products\/chateau-palmer-2008","provider":"Carl Wandel \u0026 Søn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}