Château Palmer Historical XIXth Century Wine LOT 20.20

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In the 19th century, it was customary at that time to "hermit" the wines. Bordeaux châteaux would add to their wines a certain amount of wine from the Rhône - specifically from the Hermitage region - whose syrah would enhance the structure and strength of the claret. In the 21st century, Château Palmer came up with the idea of ​​bringing this forgotten tradition back to life. The aim is to create a unique wine, combining wine from Palmer and a small part of a great wine from the northern Côtes du Rhône. The Château Palmer Historical XIXth Century Wine 2020 (lot 20.20) is the 10th vintage produced by Palmer and this is a blend of: 44% Merlot, 44% Cabernet Sauvignon and 12% Syrah which has matured for 22 months in new French oak. They have only released a total of 3,000 bottles in May 2023. All individually packed in a wooden box. Here's what the Chateau says: "....Is this still a Bordeaux wine? It's better; a revitalization drawing on elsewhere to re-en-chant the here and now"

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FACT: In the Tab: Appendix you will find the official fact sheet of this fine wine. We will automatically send it to you when you order this wine. The wine is in our conditioned Wine Warehouse and if you come to pick up the wine you will also receive a nice discount. We are almost next to the national road with plenty of parking space. Click here for address

ABOUT PALMER

Classified as a 3ieme Cru Classe 1855, Château Palmer consistently outperforms the rest of the wines in its class and is widely regarded as one of the finest wines in the Médoc. Château Palmer was founded in the first half of the nineteenth century by the English general, Charles Palmer. In 1814, on his way back from the Peninsular War, where he had fought with Wellington against Napoleon, General Palmer acquired Gascq Castle and gave it his own name. In 1938, the Sichel family joined forces with a group of wine merchant friends to buy the property.

Packing information Case
Type of Wine Red
Country France
Region Bordeaux
Appellation Margaux
Winery Chateau Palmer
Grape Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
Biological certified No
Natural wine No
Vegan No
Vintage 2020
Drinking as of 2025
Drinking till 2065
Alcohol % 14
Alcohol free/low No
Content 0.75 ltr
Oak aging Yes
Sparkling No
Dessert wine No
Closure Cork
Parker rating 98
James Suckling rating 98
Tasting Profiles Aromatisch, Bloemig, Complex, Donker fruit, Houtgerijpt, Krachtig, Kruidig, Rijk, Rood fruit, Tannines, Vol
Drink moments Cadeau!, Iets te vieren, Indruk maken, Lekker luxe, Met vrienden, Open haard, Romantisch, Terras
Sommy Pairing Beschrijving Rijke tonen van zwarte bes, pruim en donkere kers vermengen zich met een kruidige Syrah-lift van peper en laurier, subtiele vanille en toast van 22 maanden nieuw Frans eiken en stevige, verfijnde tannines die een lange, elegante afdronk geven. Door die concentratie en mooie structuur vormt deze wijn een perfecte tegenhanger voor rundvlees, lamsgerechten en wild omdat hij vet en umami aanvult en kruidigheid versterkt; gegrild of dichtgeschroeid vlees, langzaam gegaard of gestoofd vlees en geroosterd lamsrack of eendenborst werken bijzonder goed, terwijl rijke charcuterie en rijpe kazen hem nog meer diepgang geven.

Parker

98

James Suckling

98

Château Palmer is located in the heart of the Margaux appellation in the Bordeaux wine region. The 66 hectares of vineyards have a gravel soil and the vines overlook the Gironde River. The area with its rich ancient history and nourishing microclimate is a fantastic environment for the vines. Here they can flourish and grow under the passionate care of the people of Château Palmer. Behind every great wine is a great terroir. This is also the case at Château Palmer, which is located on a long strip of land between the Atlantic Ocean and the Gironde. The land is well drained, rich in the deposits of the Garonne and Dordogne rivers. It is difficult soil for agriculture, but exceptional for grapes. Of course, the vines also need good care in order to perform optimally. And that is certainly entrusted to the employees of Château Palmer! Full of passion and love for the vines, they cultivate the demanding terroir. The people of this winery are more than just colleagues. Together they embrace the common core values of Château Palmer and are therefore extremely dynamic, curious, passionate, open-minded and determined. In short, they live for and with the vineyards.

 

Food Pairings

Rijke tonen van zwarte bes, pruim en donkere kers vermengen zich met een kruidige Syrah-lift van peper en laurier, subtiele vanille en toast van 22 maanden nieuw Frans eiken en stevige, verfijnde tannines die een lange, elegante afdronk geven. Door die concentratie en mooie structuur vormt deze wijn een perfecte tegenhanger voor rundvlees, lamsgerechten en wild omdat hij vet en umami aanvult en kruidigheid versterkt; gegrild of dichtgeschroeid vlees, langzaam gegaard of gestoofd vlees en geroosterd lamsrack of eendenborst werken bijzonder goed, terwijl rijke charcuterie en rijpe kazen hem nog meer diepgang geven.

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