Château PALMER
3ème grand cru classé

Among the greatest wines of the Médoc, Palmer is undoubtedly a cru in a class of its own, utterly captivating, with unrivalled opulence and refinement. This unique character owes much to its high proportion of Merlot (46%) and its rigorous viticultural practices (organic since 2016, biodynamic since 2018). Palmer is capable of producing legendary wines (1961, 1989, 2009...), such as the 2023 vintage, rated 100/100 by Vinous (Martin): "With a sumptuous and fascinating texture, Palmer delivers on all its promises in 2023. As always, it is one of Bordeaux’s most remarkable wines.”

J-M Quarin : 99/100 “Extremely full-bodied on the palate, with a velvety texture and vibrant fruitiness, rich in flavour, the wine develops a caressing quality before gaining structure in the finish. Here it becomes fresher and more floral against a backdrop of dark fruit that is quite paradoxical. Unbeatable!”

La Revue du Vin de France : 96-98/100 “In keeping with recent vintages, Palmer is produced from very low yields. This natural concentration results in a wine of great expression, yet one that is extremely easy to drink and well-balanced. The fruit is intense and rounded on the palate, unfolding a tapestry of fresh red and black fruit aromas. The finish, with its velvety tannins, unfolds with great intensity. ”

Vinous (A. Galloni) : 96-98/100 "The 2025 Palmer is unusual in that Merlot drives the blend this year. That results in an unusually juicy Grand Vin. Even so, there's plenty of supporting structure. The blend is 55% Merlot, 41% Cabernet Sauvignon and 4% Petit Verdot. Black fruit, lavender, menthol, licorice, gravel and chocolate build into a driving, potent finish. There's a lot of gravitas and substance here. I am very much looking forward to tasting this as a finished wine; my impression today is that the 2025 is holding back quite a bit of its potential."

Bettane+Desseauve : 96-97/100 “Great concentration, a deep colour and a wonderfully velvety texture once again give Palmer its instantly recognisable style. The natural and distinctive character of the vintage comes through very clearly here. A great success.”

Vinous (N. Martin) : 95-97/100 "The 2025 Palmer is quintessentially Palmer on the nose with those almost extravagant floral violet scents that blossom in the glass. Wonderful delineation and focus, touches of Indian ink and cassis emerge with time. The palate is very smooth and velvety on the entry, disguising the substance and weight of this wine. Impressive in terms of density, with a little more grip than the Alter Ego, it delivers just the right amount of spice that gives the finish another dimension. One of the longer-term Margaux wines that would benefit from a cellar in its first few years."