{"product_id":"alter-ego-de-palmer-2021-margaux","title":"Alter Ego de Palmer 2021 Margaux","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"28\" data-end=\"601\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"32\" data-end=\"68\"\u003eAlter Ego de Palmer 2021 Margaux\u003c\/strong\u003e is the sophisticated and expressive second wine of the legendary Château Palmer—delivering the estate’s signature elegance in a style designed for earlier enjoyment. Refined yet vibrant, it captures the classic perfume and silky structure of Margaux with polished fruit and exceptional balance. The 2021 vintage stands out for its freshness and Cabernet-driven precision, offering collectors and Bordeaux enthusiasts a beautifully crafted wine that bridges approachability with the pedigree of one of Margaux’s most revered estates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"603\" data-end=\"606\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"608\" data-end=\"637\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"608\" data-end=\"635\"\u003eOrigins \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"639\" data-end=\"1040\"\u003eChâteau Palmer, one of the most celebrated estates in Margaux and a \u003cstrong data-start=\"707\" data-end=\"768\"\u003eThird Growth in the historic 1855 Bordeaux Classification\u003c\/strong\u003e, produces Alter Ego as a distinct wine rather than a simple second label. Introduced in 1998, Alter Ego reflects different vineyard selections and blending philosophy while maintaining the estate’s uncompromising quality standards. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1042\" data-end=\"1978\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xuxqdd\" data-start=\"1042\" data-end=\"1104\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1044\" data-end=\"1059\"\u003eAppellation\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1064\" data-end=\"1104\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bhd0rj\" data-start=\"1064\" data-end=\"1104\"\u003eMargaux AOC, Médoc, Bordeaux, France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"fhk56r\" data-start=\"1106\" data-end=\"1277\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1108\" data-end=\"1129\"\u003eEstate Philosophy\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1134\" data-end=\"1277\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1rb39q1\" data-start=\"1134\" data-end=\"1277\"\u003eAlter Ego is crafted from the same exceptional terroirs as Château Palmer but designed to express a more immediate, fruit-forward character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zfq6zu\" data-start=\"1279\" data-end=\"1425\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1281\" data-end=\"1305\"\u003eBlend – 2021 Vintage\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1310\" data-end=\"1425\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1jqyfub\" data-start=\"1310\" data-end=\"1340\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1312\" data-end=\"1338\"\u003e60% Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"pcq9hd\" data-start=\"1343\" data-end=\"1361\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1345\" data-end=\"1359\"\u003e32% Merlot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1y59fu2\" data-start=\"1364\" data-end=\"1425\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1366\" data-end=\"1385\"\u003e8% Petit Verdot\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1daycd4\" data-start=\"1427\" data-end=\"1675\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1429\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003eVintage Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1453\" data-end=\"1675\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14g71mu\" data-start=\"1453\" data-end=\"1675\"\u003eThe 2021 blend contains a higher proportion of Cabernet Sauvignon than usual due to frost and mildew affecting Merlot, resulting in a wine with vibrant structure and aromatic lift. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16sya9l\" data-start=\"1677\" data-end=\"1978\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1679\" data-end=\"1693\"\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1698\" data-end=\"1978\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16vdwrb\" data-start=\"1698\" data-end=\"1745\"\u003eParcel-by-parcel vinification for precision\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1vybqyy\" data-start=\"1748\" data-end=\"1795\"\u003eFermentation in temperature-controlled vats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19x78q9\" data-start=\"1798\" data-end=\"1978\"\u003eAged approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"1819\" data-end=\"1846\"\u003e18 months in French oak\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a moderate percentage of new barrels to preserve fruit purity and aromatic intensity. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1980\" data-end=\"2110\"\u003eThe result is a Margaux that highlights finesse, freshness, and polished structure while remaining distinctly Palmer in character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2112\" data-end=\"2115\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2117\" data-end=\"2138\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2117\" data-end=\"2136\"\u003eCritics Reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2140\" data-end=\"2332\"\u003eWine Enthusiast awards the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2167\" data-end=\"2205\"\u003e2021 Alter Ego de Palmer 95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e, praising its lush berry aromatics, black-pepper spice, and structured, opulent fruit. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2334\" data-end=\"2549\"\u003eVinous scores the wine \u003cstrong data-start=\"2357\" data-end=\"2370\"\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e, with Antonio Galloni describing it as “fabulous,” noting its explosive energy and layers of dark cherry, plum, spice, and floral nuances. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2551\" data-end=\"2713\"\u003eJames Suckling awards \u003cstrong data-start=\"2573\" data-end=\"2586\"\u003e93 points\u003c\/strong\u003e, highlighting the wine’s vibrant blackcurrant fruit, minerality, and lively structure. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2715\" data-end=\"2884\"\u003eDecanter also awards \u003cstrong data-start=\"2736\" data-end=\"2749\"\u003e93 points\u003c\/strong\u003e, noting cigar box, cedar, and dark chocolate notes layered with succulent red and black fruit. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3030\" data-end=\"3033\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3035\" data-end=\"3054\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3035\" data-end=\"3054\"\u003eTasting Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3056\" data-end=\"3185\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3056\" data-end=\"3065\"\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3065\" data-end=\"3068\"\u003eHighly aromatic with blackcurrant, dark cherry, and plum intertwined with violets, cedar, graphite, and subtle spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3187\" data-end=\"3368\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3187\" data-end=\"3198\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3198\" data-end=\"3201\"\u003eMedium to full-bodied with polished texture. Vibrant black and red fruit is supported by fine tannins, fresh acidity, and hints of licorice, tobacco, and baking spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3370\" data-end=\"3474\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3370\" data-end=\"3381\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3381\" data-end=\"3384\"\u003eLong, elegant, and silky, with lingering notes of cassis, floral perfume, and refined oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3476\" data-end=\"3479\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3481\" data-end=\"3499\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3481\" data-end=\"3499\"\u003eQuick Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-start=\"3501\" data-end=\"3938\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"3501\" data-end=\"3523\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3501\" data-end=\"3523\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"3501\" data-end=\"3512\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"\"\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"3512\" data-end=\"3523\" data-col-size=\"md\" class=\"\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"3546\" data-end=\"3938\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3546\" data-end=\"3572\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3546\" data-end=\"3560\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eABV \/ Proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"3560\" data-end=\"3572\"\u003e~13% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3573\" data-end=\"3624\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3573\" data-end=\"3591\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eOrigin \/ Region\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"3591\" data-end=\"3624\"\u003eMargaux AOC, Bordeaux, France\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3625\" data-end=\"3654\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3625\" data-end=\"3636\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eProducer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"3636\" data-end=\"3654\"\u003eChâteau Palmer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3655\" data-end=\"3743\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3655\" data-end=\"3682\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eGrape Type \/ Spirit Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"3682\" data-end=\"3743\"\u003eBordeaux Blend (Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3744\" data-end=\"3794\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3744\" data-end=\"3766\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eAging or Maturation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"3766\" data-end=\"3794\"\u003e~18 months in French oak\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3795\" data-end=\"3858\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3795\" data-end=\"3814\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eAromas \u0026amp; Flavors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"3814\" data-end=\"3858\"\u003eBlackcurrant, plum, violet, cedar, spice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3859\" data-end=\"3938\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3859\" data-end=\"3878\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eStyle \/ Identity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"3878\" data-end=\"3938\"\u003eElegant, Cabernet-driven Margaux with polished structure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3940\" data-end=\"3943\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3945\" data-end=\"3968\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3945\" data-end=\"3968\"\u003eRecommended Service\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3970\" data-end=\"4067\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3970\" data-end=\"3984\"\u003eDecanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3984\" data-end=\"3987\"\u003e1–2 hours recommended to allow the wine’s aromatics and structure to fully open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4069\" data-end=\"4113\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4069\" data-end=\"4093\"\u003eServing Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4093\" data-end=\"4096\"\u003e60–65°F (15–18°C)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4115\" data-end=\"4237\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4115\" data-end=\"4133\"\u003eFood Pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4133\" data-end=\"4136\"\u003eRoast lamb, beef tenderloin, duck breast, mushroom dishes, or aged cheeses such as Comté and Gruyère.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Southern","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43112025063490,"sku":null,"price":140.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0363\/8621\/files\/Alter_Ego_de_Palmer_2021_Margaux.jpg?v=1774363246","url":"https:\/\/www.blackwellswines.com\/products\/alter-ego-de-palmer-2021-margaux","provider":"Blackwell's Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}