1988 Château Palmer, Margaux 750mL

From one of Margaux’s most revered estates, the 1988 Château Palmer captures the poised, classical style of the vintage while showcasing the château’s hallmark sensuality and refinement. Now fully mature, this bottle offers a compelling snapshot of Left Bank Bordeaux at its most elegant.

The bouquet is beautifully evolved, revealing layers of dried rose petal, cedar box, tobacco leaf, and forest floor, intertwined with notes of blackcurrant compote, plum skin, and truffle. Subtle hints of graphite, sandalwood, and warm spice emerge with air, adding aromatic depth and complexity.

On the palate, the wine is silky and harmonious, with resolved tannins framing a core of dark fruit, savory earth, and mineral nuance. The mid-palate shows impressive persistence, leading to a long, graceful finish marked by leather, dried herbs, and a touch of mocha.

Overall: A beautifully mature Palmer offering finesse, tertiary complexity, and the unmistakable perfume that defines great Margaux.

Fill: Base neck