2008 Château Palmer, Margaux, Bordeaux Newly Published A stalwart of Pauillac from

A stalwart of Pauillac from a brilliant vintage

A terrific wine and one to intrigue for decades – on those very special occasions

4% Petit Verdot and 2% Cabernet Franc

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Tasted at a private Clos de Tart dinner in London

2008 Château Palmer, Margaux, Bordeaux Newly Published A stalwart of Pauillac fromCh. Palmer was one of only two chteaux in 2008 where we seriously felt that the quality almost matched the incredible level of their illustrious 2005s the other was Ch. Latour. This exceptional quality almost justifies Palmer's price this year. Yes, it is high but, by Jove, Palmers 2008 is as good as a First Growth and better than most of them this vintage. With a glorious concentration of blackcurrant fruit on the nose and an intense, smooth, fruity,