Pure, very aromatic nose. Succulent and melting on the palate. Classy texture. Good length. An achievement. A blend of 52% merlot, 35 % de cabernet sauvignon, 13% petit-verdot Alcohol content . 13,6°. pH 3.6. IPT 68. 92 points

The Alter Ego de Palmer 2014 is a blend of 52% Merlot, 35% Cabernet Sauvignon and 13% Petit Verdot. It has an opulent, glossy bouquet with layers of small dark cherries and plenty of glycerin. The palate is more reserved than the bouquet suggests. saturated tannins, a little chewiness on the entry but suppler towards the finish. It feels very linear in keeping with the style of the vintage, the finish a little sweet than its peers with a dab of licorice on the aftertaste. 90-92 points

Alter Ego claimed 45% of the production at Château Palmer in 2014 and contained the highest percentage of Petit Verdot ever. The result is subtle and silky with leafy aromatics, good structure and backbone and graceful, appealingly layered fruit flavours of cassis and red cherry. An impressive second wine. 93 points