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Château Palmer 10 Years on 2016 -  3ème Grand Cru Classé - Margaux AOC
Château Palmer 10 Years on 2016 - 3ème Grand Cru Classé - Margaux AOC
Château Palmer 10 Years on 2016 -  3ème Grand Cru Classé - Margaux AOC
Château Palmer 10 Years on 2016 - 3ème Grand Cru Classé - Margaux AOC

Château Palmer 10 Years on 2016 - 3ème Grand Cru Classé - Margaux AOC

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Château Palmer 2016 Ten Years On, Margaux AOC and 3rd Grand Cru Classé, embodies a profound and masterful expression of Bordeaux’s Left Bank. A blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot, this 75 cl red wine reveals a profile of black fruit, black cherry, blackcurrant, violet, graphite and spices. Its concentrated texture, matured in French oak barrels, combines fullness, distinction and freshness. A wine for laying down, intended for fine dining, patient cellars and those moments when wine becomes a true language of sharing.

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Description

Among Margaux’s most sought-after signatures, the Château Palmer 2016 Ten Years On presents a masterful composition, precise and profound, where the richness of the vintage meets the appellation’s distinctive elegance. This 3rd Grand Cru Classé is aimed at discerning enthusiasts, dedicated collectors and anyone wishing to place an exceptional bottle at the heart of a carefully chosen meal. Its aromatic structure evokes black fruit, black cherry and blackcurrant, lifted by violet, graphite and spices. The wine offers a concentrated expression without sacrificing the finesse that defines the nobility of great Margaux wines. Presented in a 75 cl bottle, it naturally belongs in a cellar devoted to fine vintages or on a grand dining table when the occasion calls for more than an ordinary wine. Open it to celebrate, share or contemplate the evolution of a great Bordeaux.

Blend and winemaking

Château Palmer 2016 Ten Years On is based on a remarkably harmonious blend of 47% Merlot, 47% Cabernet Sauvignon and 6% Petit Verdot. Merlot brings velvety texture, fruity depth and generous sensuality. Cabernet Sauvignon forms the wine’s backbone, providing structure, freshness and the ability to evolve gracefully. Petit Verdot acts as a touch of chiaroscuro, intensifying the colour, floral fragrance and spicy energy of the blend. Fermentation and maceration extend over an average period of 21 days, allowing the careful extraction of texture, fragrance and structure. Maturation in French oak barrels, including a significant proportion of new oak, then guides the wine towards a full and refined expression, with the fruit retaining its brilliance beneath toasted and spicy nuances.

Tasting notes

  • Appearance: a deep red hue with a dense yet luminous character, heralding the concentration of the vintage.
  • Nose: a nuanced bouquet of black fruit, black cherry and blackcurrant, followed by violet, graphite and delicate spices.
  • Palate: rich, deep and concentrated, supported by a fresh framework and an elegant expression of great Margaux.
  • Finish: persistent and structured, allowing fruity, floral and spicy notes to unfold with a distinguished overall impression.

Serving advice and ageing potential

This 2016 Margaux has the stature of a wine that time knows how to enhance. Generally recommended from around 2030, depending on storage conditions, it will gain in complexity and depth over the years. Its concentration and maturation in French oak barrels call for a considered tasting, in a calm setting and with glasses suited to the development of great Bordeaux reds. For earlier opening, allowing the wine time to breathe will enable its bouquet to unfold gradually, like velvet gently brushed before its full richness can be appreciated. It is particularly well suited to enthusiasts who enjoy wines with structure, expression and the ability to tell a story at every stage of their evolution.

Food pairings

  • Roasted meats: herb-crusted rack of lamb, aged rib of beef or saddle of venison reveal the depth of its structure.
  • Refined game: saddle of venison, roast pigeon or mushroom-stuffed poultry extend its notes of black fruit and spice.
  • Full-flavoured dishes: a reduced jus, red wine sauce or truffle preparation creates a sumptuous dialogue with its concentration.
  • Cheeses: long-aged hard cheeses, served with restraint, offer a pairing of texture and persistence.

Occasions for serving

Château Palmer 2016 Ten Years On is the ideal companion for occasions where the art of hospitality becomes a lasting memory. It lends distinction to a gourmet dinner, a milestone birthday or a family gathering worth remembering. In a private cellar, it is also a prized addition for anyone who enjoys following the evolution of a great wine for laying down. Given as a gift to a Bordeaux enthusiast, it carries the promise of a future tasting, patiently awaited. Its presence on the table creates a discreet sense of ceremony: the kind of bottle that needs no embellishment to command its place.

Characteristics

  • Name: Château Palmer 2016 Ten Years On
  • Appellation: Margaux AOC
  • Type: red wine
  • Classification: 3rd Grand Cru Classé
  • Vintage: 2016
  • Blend: Merlot 47%, Cabernet Sauvignon 47%, Petit Verdot 6%
  • Winemaking: average duration of 21 days
  • Alcohol content: 13.5% vol.
  • 容量: 75 cl
  • Allergens: contains sulphites
Excessive drinking is dangerous to your health; please drink responsibly.

Product Details

Origin
France
Allergens
Contains sulfites
Capacity
75 cl
Appellation
Margaux
Color
Red
Wine Region
Bordeaux, France
Vintage
2016
Type of wine
Red wine
ranking
3ème Grand Cru Classé
CAV-VROUGE-MARGAUX-CH-PALMER-10-YEARS-2016-A
To fully appreciate this wine, it is recommended to serve it at a temperature of 16 to 18°C.

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