2005 Chateau Palmer Bordeaux Blend

Bordeaux Blend - 750ML
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REVIEWS

JA 100 JL 99 TWI 99 WA 97 DC 96 NM 96 WE 96 JS 94 VN 94 WS 94
JA 100

janeanson.com, December 2021

Enticing ruby red body, with aromatics that show a touch of orange zest and turmeric spice. The fruit is creamy, intense, a brilliant Palmer that has finesse and balance but a serious kick. Black pepper, cinammon...
JL 99

TheWineCellarInsider.com, January 2018

Sexy in its texture and boquet. The nose has this blackberry liqueur motif, with a great purity of fruit. The addition of spice box, cedar, tobacco and floral elements just increases the complexity. Silk and velvet...
TWI 99

The Wine Independent, July 2022

The 2005 Palmer is made from 53% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, and 7% Petit Verdot. Deep garnet-brick in color, it is very shut down on the nose to begin, slowly revealing a powerhouse of creme de cassis, plum...
WA 97

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, May 2016

Tasted at the Château Palmer vertical in London, the 2005 Château Palmer is a legend in the making. Apparently the vines received 57% less rain than average, yet the 2005 shrugs off any water deficiency and has nurtured a...
DC 96

Decanter,

One of the most famed estates of Margaux, only behind Château Margaux itself. The estate is a 3ème Cru Classé but has long been considered a supersecond. The estate is planted with Cabernet Sauvignon 55%, Merlot 40%...
NM 96

Neal Martin's Wine Journal, February 2015

The Château Palmer 2005 is blessed with a very intense bouquet (as usual!) with black cherries, wild strawberry, dried herbs and a strong peppermint scent that comes as some surprise, but is in sync with the rest of the...
WE 96

Wine Enthusiast, June 2008

Aromas of black tar, chocolate and berries lead to a wine that is so effortlessly delicious that it's easy to forget the power the Merlot gives it. The center is round, but dark, filled with sweetness; the outer layers...
JS 94

jamessuckling.com, April 2012

What a nose of milk chocolate, with raspberries and hints of plums and flowers. A wonderful nose. Full-bodied, with super velvety tannins and a chocolate, nut, and dark fruit character on the palate. The fine tannins and...
VN 94

Vinous, August 2023

The 2005 Palmer, picked from September 9 to October 10, remains deep in color. It has a lovely, intense bouquet with blackcurrant pastilles, raspberry, violet and juniper. It blossoms in the glass, gaining vigor. The...
WS 94

Wine Spectator, January 2018

Features a bright flash of bay leaf and savory out front, with streak of tobacco and cedar amid the relatively open core of black cherry and black currant fruit. The long finish has a terrific iron note ringing through...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Bordeaux Blend
Country France
Region Bordeaux
Sub-region Margaux
Vintage 2005
Size 750ML
Percent alcohol 14.25%
Closure Cork

Chateau Palmer, classified a Third Growth Bordeaux, is in the commune of Cantenac, the heart of the Margaux appellation.

The Palmer vineyards, originally part of the larger estate of Chateau d’Issan, cover 66 hectares of gravelly soil on terraces overlooking the Garonne River. There are equal amounts of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon (47% each). The remainder is Petit Verdot. From 2014 forward, the entire property has been farmed biodynamically.

Chateau Palmer is named after Major General Charles Palmer of the British Army, who bought the estate in 1814 from Marie de Gascq. A passionate man, he invested a great deal of time, energy and money to develop his property, purchasing land and buildings in the communes of Cantenac, Issan, and Margaux, and by the 1830s, his property covered 163 hectares, 82 hectares of which were vineyards. “Palmer's Claret” quickly gained popularity in London clubs and even found favor in the eyes of the future King George IV.

Charles sold the estate in 1843. The current owners, the Sichel and Mahler-Besse families, have been in place since 1938. Their focus throughout has been on authenticity, quality and consistency.

Finesse and elegance, typical of the great wines of Margaux, are the trademarks of Chateau Palmer. The unusual combination of grape varieties for a classified Left Bank wine–as much Merlot as Cabernet Sauvignon and a small amount of Petit Verdot–gives Chateau Palmer a bouquet of extraordinary complexity, with fruit, flowers, and spice wrapped in a fleshy and generous structure. The subtle balance between aromatic richness and powerful, yet always restrained, tannins makes Palmer charming even when very young.

The grapes are fermented separately by variety and plot in 54 conical, stainless steel vats. The wine then ages 18 to 21 months in French oak barrels, less than 50% new.

The 2005 Chateau Palmer is a Bordeaux Blend red wine that hails from the esteemed Margaux region of Bordeaux, France. This wine is a true gem, with a deep red color that hints at its complexity and richness. Its label exudes elegance and sophistication, showcasing the attention to detail that went into crafting this exceptional vintage.

On the nose, the 2005 Chateau Palmer offers an intense bouquet that is both captivating and inviting. Aromas of black cherries, wild strawberries, and dried herbs mingle with a surprising hint of peppermint, adding a refreshing and unexpected twist. As the wine opens up in the glass, notes of cedar and graphite emerge, further enhancing its aromatic profile.

The palate of this wine is medium-bodied, with fine tannins that provide a silky and smooth texture. Flavors of blackberry, cedar, and graphite take center stage, showcasing the precision and persistence that this wine possesses. Despite its backward nature, the 2005 Chateau Palmer delivers a remarkable drinking experience, with a long and satisfying finish that leaves a lasting impression.

Renowned wine critics have praised this vintage, with Neal Martin's Wine Journal awarding it an impressive score of 96 points. He describes the wine as having a very intense bouquet and a poised palate that displays impeccable balance and structure. Wine Spectator also gives it a high score of 94 points, highlighting its bright bay leaf and savory notes, as well as its long and iron-infused finish.

The 2005 Chateau Palmer is a wine that demands attention and respect. Its exceptional quality and age-worthiness make it a true collector's item, with the potential to evolve and improve for many years to come. Whether enjoyed now or cellared for future enjoyment, this wine is sure to impress even the most discerning of palates.