Alter Ego Palmer other_regions 30% Merlot and 5% Syrah

30% Merlot and 5% Syrah

leading to a minty undercurrent with a waft of cinnamon

both of which are impressive

occasionally other Echézeaux is added from purchases but in 2018 this is a domaine wine)

The 2010 Hermitage Ex Voto continues to top out on my scale

Alter Ego Palmer other_regions 30% Merlot and 5% SyrahComposed of 53% Merlot, 41% Cabernet Sauvignon and 6% Petit Verdot, the 2017 Alter Ego de Palmer is deep garnet purple in color and springs from the glass with vivacious black raspberries, black cherries and crushed blackcurrants notes plus hints of Sichuan pepper, menthol, pencil lead and cardamom. Medium bodied, the palate is charged with energy, featuring expressive, bright black fruits and firm, fine grained tannins, finishing long and lively.