2015 Alter Ego, Château Palmer

Margaux, Bordeaux | 52% Merlot, 42% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Petit Verdot | 93 NM - 93 JD

The "other self" of Château Palmer is a star in its own right, and the 2015 is pure, seductive Margaux charm. This wine bursts from the glass with a gorgeous perfume of black cherries, cassis, dark chocolate, and lavender, all wrapped in a medium-bodied, silky frame. It’s finely crafted and vivacious, with a core of sweet fruit and ripe, polished tannins that make it incredibly hard to resist right now.

Jeb Dunnuck (93pts) calls it "sensational," and Lisa Perrotti-Brown praises its "great elegance and finesse." While it has the balance to age beautifully for another decade, why wait, especially when you find some rare magnums at this price? This is the perfect show-stopper to open for a special celebratory dinner - a top-tier second wine in a glorious vintage.