Chateau Palmer, a 3rd Growth Grand Cru Classe from Margaux, is thought by many to be producing wines of 1st Growth quality. Although classified as 3rd Growth in the 1855 classification, Palmer is named after the first English owner, Major-General Charles Palmer, in the early 19th century. The wine is a blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Petit Verdot, with a high proportion of Merlot from fabulously located, very old vines. The historical care taken in the vineyard continues today with the adoption of biodynamics and plot-by-plot winemaking. Palmer retains power with its renowned finesse, making it a stunning expression of the Margaux terroir. It is a wine often of first growth standard, especially in top years.
