Produced by the same team and from the same vineyards as Château Palmer, Alter Ego is the 'other side' of Palmer, another expression of Palmer. Alter Ego has the distinction and character of Palmer but is made to be drunk much earlier. Merlot is generally the dominant grape variety, making it supple and ready to open within 3 years of the harvest. A great wine with intense fruit, fresh and juicy.

Nose: It gives up exuberant crushed red currants, red cherries, black plums and mulberries with touches of forest floor, garrigue and lavender plus a waft of dark chocolate.

Taste: It is medium-bodied with a good core of plummy fruit and very soft, plush tannins, sparked by just enough freshness.

Finish: It finishes fruity.