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.

Introducing the 2015 Chateau Palmer, a Bordeaux Blend from the iconic Chateau Palmer in the Margaux region of Bordeaux, France. This wine is a true masterpiece, exuding elegance, purity, and an unparalleled depth of flavors.

In the glass, the 2015 Chateau Palmer displays a medium to deep garnet-purple color, enticing the senses with its vibrant hue. The nose is an aromatic symphony, opening with vibrant red currants, black cherries, and wild blueberries. These fruity notes are accompanied by earthy and mineral characteristics, creating a harmonious blend of aromas. As the wine evolves, delicate floral notes of violets and dried roses intermingle with captivating layers of baker's chocolate and fragrant earth.

On the palate, this wine is medium to full-bodied, generously showcasing its ripe and luscious fruit. The tannins are firm yet remarkably fine-grained, creating a velvety texture that is simply mind-blowing. The multifaceted palate dances with freshness, while the finish takes a beguilingly earthy turn, leaving subtle hints of minerals. The 2015 Chateau Palmer is the epitome of class, elegance, and sophistication, evoking a regal aura through its poise and audaciousness.

Renowned wine critic Robert Parker's Wine Advocate awarded this wine an extraordinary score of 98 points, praising its ripe tannins, multifaceted palate, and impressive fruit intensity. Similarly, Jeff Leve from TheWineCellarInsider.com bestowed a perfect score of 100 points upon this wine, describing it as silky, sensuous, and offering a melange of red and black cherries, plums, and a long-lasting griotte sensation on the finish.

Jeb Dunnuck, an esteemed wine reviewer, awarded this vintage a score of 98 points, with high praise for its elegance, purity, and concentration. James Suckling, another renowned critic, also awarded a perfect score of 100 points, expressing awe at the wine's dark-berry, lavender, and burnt-orange aromas, its density and power on the palate, and its remarkable aging potential.

Wine Enthusiast awarded the 2015 Chateau Palmer a score of 98 points, highlighting its generous, rich, and powerful nature, with clean black-currant flavors and serious tannins. Vinous joined the chorus of praise, awarding a score of 97 points and emphasizing the wine's extraordinary purity, intense scents of blackberry, cassis, cedar, and pencil box, along with its impressive weight and girth.

Wine Spectator awarded this vintage a score of 96 points, describing it as dark, muscular, and brimming with bramble, warm tar, and fig flavors. Decanter also heralded this wine as a brilliant Palmer, awarding it a score of 97 points and praising its rich, deep-textured fruits, vibrant blueberry and raspberry flavors, and the clarity and purity of expression.

Lastly, Jane Anson from janeanson.com awarded this vintage a score of 98 points, remarking on its deep ruby color, textured palate, and the irresistible momentum of its juicy blueberry, raspberry, and cassis fruit. She also noted the harmonious interplay between the structured tannins, minerality, and the lingering finish.

The 2015 Chateau Palmer is a wine of exceptional quality and character, capturing the essence of its terroir and the artistry of its winemaking. It is a wine that demands attention, both from collectors seeking a wine with incredible aging potential and from enthusiasts looking to experience the epitome of Bordeaux excellence.