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Margaux Bordeaux Palmer has been producing compelling wines over the last three vintages (the 1999 is sensational). Harvested between September 21 and October 7, the 2000 is a blend of 52% Cabernet Sauvignon and 48% Merlot. Forty-five percent of the production made it into the grand vin, with the balance going into their very good second wine, Alter Ego de Palmer. The 2000 Palmer is a massive vin de garde exhibiting abundant amounts of the vintage's high tannin. It possesses a dense purple color, powerful yet ripe, provocative notes of plums, black cherries, coffee, and new saddle leather, and huge fruit concentration. One of the most backward Palmers I have tasted, it exhibits a sweet mid-palate as well as well-integrated, ripe tannin. Potential purchasers will need patience, but it should be one of the longest lived Palmers made in the last three decades. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2040 Rated 92-94 Robert Parker Plenty of raspberry and currant character, with hints of violet. Full-bodied, with racy tannins and a lively, crisp finish. Almost classic. Palmer seldom misses, and in 2000, it's right on the money. Score range: 92-94 Wine Spectator More information at www.chateau-palmer.com |
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