{"product_id":"chateau-palmer-2005","title":"Château Palmer 2005","description":"\u003cp\u003eYou must be 18 or over to purchase and receive this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"77\" data-end=\"100\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"77\" data-end=\"100\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"77\" data-end=\"100\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"77\" data-end=\"100\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"77\" data-end=\"100\"\u003eChâteau Palmer 2005\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"102\" data-end=\"361\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"102\" data-end=\"115\"\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Château Palmer | \u003cstrong data-start=\"133\" data-end=\"149\"\u003eAppellation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Margaux, Bordeaux, France\u003cbr data-start=\"175\" data-end=\"178\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"178\" data-end=\"190\"\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2005 | \u003cstrong data-start=\"198\" data-end=\"217\"\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3ème Cru Classé (1855)\u003cbr data-start=\"240\" data-end=\"243\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"243\" data-end=\"253\"\u003eBlend:\u003c\/strong\u003e Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot\u003cbr data-start=\"294\" data-end=\"297\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"297\" data-end=\"317\"\u003eDrinking Window:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2018–2050+ | \u003cstrong data-start=\"331\" data-end=\"351\"\u003eAging Potential:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30+ years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"363\" data-end=\"366\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"368\" data-end=\"384\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"372\" data-end=\"384\"\u003eThe Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"386\" data-end=\"793\"\u003eThe 2005 Château Palmer is one of the great modern expressions of Margaux and a benchmark wine from an exceptional Bordeaux vintage. Combining power, sensuality, and aromatic precision, this wine reflects both the outstanding growing conditions of 2005 and Palmer’s distinctive Merlot-led style. Rich yet impeccably balanced, it is a profound and highly collectible wine with extraordinary ageing potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"795\" data-end=\"798\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"800\" data-end=\"821\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"804\" data-end=\"821\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"823\" data-end=\"968\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"823\" data-end=\"832\"\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep and complex aromas of black cherry, cassis, and plum, layered with notes of violet, rose petal, graphite, cocoa, and subtle spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"970\" data-end=\"1163\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"970\" data-end=\"981\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied and velvety, with a luxurious texture and a concentrated core of ripe dark fruit. Polished tannins support flavours of dark chocolate, liquorice, espresso, and fine oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1165\" data-end=\"1268\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1165\" data-end=\"1176\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptionally long, seamless, and elegant, with lingering floral, mineral, and spice notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1270\" data-end=\"1273\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1275\" data-end=\"1299\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1279\" data-end=\"1299\"\u003eProducer Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1301\" data-end=\"1663\"\u003eChâteau Palmer is one of Margaux’s most revered estates, renowned for producing wines of sensuality, depth, and refinement. Despite its Third Growth classification, Palmer is widely regarded as performing at First Growth level in top vintages. The estate’s gravel-rich terroir and high proportion of Merlot contribute to its signature plush yet structured style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1665\" data-end=\"1668\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1670\" data-end=\"1690\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1674\" data-end=\"1690\"\u003eWine Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1692\" data-end=\"1950\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1692\" data-end=\"1709\"\u003eVinification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional fermentation; aged approximately 22 months in French oak barrels (around 50–60% new)\u003cbr data-start=\"1806\" data-end=\"1809\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1809\" data-end=\"1829\"\u003eAlcohol Content:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~13.5–14% ABV\u003cbr data-start=\"1843\" data-end=\"1846\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1846\" data-end=\"1860\"\u003eCellaring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Superb now with extended decanting, but will continue to evolve beautifully through 2050+\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1952\" data-end=\"1955\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1957\" data-end=\"1989\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1961\" data-end=\"1989\"\u003eFood Pairing Suggestions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1991\" data-end=\"2101\"\u003ePerfect with:\u003cbr data-start=\"2004\" data-end=\"2007\"\u003e– Roast lamb or beef\u003cbr data-start=\"2027\" data-end=\"2030\"\u003e– Duck breast\u003cbr data-start=\"2043\" data-end=\"2046\"\u003e– Truffle dishes\u003cbr data-start=\"2062\" data-end=\"2065\"\u003e– Game meats\u003cbr data-start=\"2077\" data-end=\"2080\"\u003e– Aged hard cheeses\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2103\" data-end=\"2106\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2108\" data-end=\"2265\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanderson Wine Consultancy","offers":[{"title":"750ml \/ 7","offer_id":53257743892813,"sku":null,"price":375.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0847\/5846\/2797\/files\/DSC_0085.jpg?v=1770124651","url":"https:\/\/sandersonwineconsultancy.com\/products\/chateau-palmer-2005","provider":"Sanderson Wine Consultancy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}