Chateau Palmer 2008

Château Palmer 2008 750ml

Château Palmer 2008 is the estate's classified Margaux grand vin, officially documented as a blend led by Merlot with Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot.

Vintage Character

A late, difficult season recovered under dry September conditions. The estate describes a wine of great depth and remarkable finesse, with fine tannins and a rich aromatic palette that develops over time.

Tasting Profile & Food Pairing

The château characterises this vintage through great depth, remarkable finesse, fine tannins and a rich aromatic palette designed to unfold with time.

Pairing: Roast beef, Lamb, Duck, Venison, Mushroom dishes.

Winemaking & Maturation

Harvested from 29 September to 17 October after dry, warmer weather rescued a challenging late season. The final blend comprises 51% Merlot, 41% Cabernet Sauvignon and 8% Petit Verdot.

Winery Background

Acquired by the Pereire brothers in 1853, Château Palmer entered the 1855 Classification as a Third Growth. Since 1938 it has been led by the Mähler-Besse and Sichel families, with Thomas Duroux managing the estate since 2004.

Château Palmer: Troisième Cru Classé (Third Growth), 1855 Classification

Product Highlights

• Exact 2008 grand vin verified by Château Palmer.
• 51% Merlot, 41% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Petit Verdot.
• Harvested 29 September–17 October 2008.
• 1855 Troisième Cru Classé from Margaux.

Product Information

• Producer: Château Palmer
• Classification: Troisième Cru Classé (Third Growth), 1855 Classification
• Type: Red wine
• Country: France
• Region: Bordeaux, Médoc
• Appellation: Margaux
• Vintage: 2008
• Grape: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot
• Volume: 750ml

Why choose Château Palmer 2008 750ml?

Choose for an officially verified mature vintage combining Palmer's fine tannins, aromatic complexity, depth and finesse.

Who is Château Palmer 2008 750ml best for?

Collectors and experienced Bordeaux drinkers seeking an estate-verified Margaux grand vin.

What is Château Palmer 2008 750ml?

The 2008 vintage of Château Palmer's grand vin, a classified red Bordeaux from the Margaux appellation.

Is Château Palmer 2008 the same wine as Alter Ego?

No. Château Palmer and Alter Ego are distinct wines, and the official 2008 vintage page lists separate blends for each.

What does Château Palmer 2008 750ml taste like?

Château Palmer 2008 750ml offers rich, complex aromatic palette; Deep and harmonious with fine, prominent tannins and remarkable finesse; Refined and persistent.