2023 Alter Ego de Palmer Margaux 1x750ml

Vinous 92

The 2023 Alter Ego, bottled late July, takes a few swirls of the glass to cohere, but offers quite enticing scents of blueberry, violet, blood orange and vanilla. Very fine delineation. The palate is medium-bodied with sweet black cherries and blackcurrant laced with black pepper. Gentle grip with just a touch of bitterness that lends tension. This sample was decanted, which I feel benefited its showing. [Neal Martin, 02/01/2026]

Anticipated maturity: 2028-2048

Robert Parker 92-94

Wafting from the glass with pure aromas of cherries, berries, plums and potpourri, the 2023 Alter Ego de Palmer is medium to full-bodied, bright and vibrant, with a vigorous core of fruit framed by supple tannins. It’s a blend of 53% Cabernet Sauvignon, 43% Merlot and 4% Petit Verdot. [William Kelley, 04/26/2024]