Chateau Palmer 1966
SKU:
SGD 1,900.00
SGD 1,900.00
per item
Vintage: 1966
Region: Bordeaux, France
Producer: Chateau Palmer
Varietal: Bordeaux blend
Appellation: 1855 Classification; 3rd Growth
Alcohol Content: 12.5%
Drinking Window: 2016-2030
Scores (if you care about): 96/100, Neal Martin, RoberParker.com; 19/20, Jancis Robinson; 96/100, Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Region: Bordeaux, France
Producer: Chateau Palmer
Varietal: Bordeaux blend
Appellation: 1855 Classification; 3rd Growth
Alcohol Content: 12.5%
Drinking Window: 2016-2030
Scores (if you care about): 96/100, Neal Martin, RoberParker.com; 19/20, Jancis Robinson; 96/100, Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Tasting notes and Review
"Tasted at the Château Palmer vertical in London, the 1966 Château Palmer has long been considered one of the finest wines of that vintage. Perhaps over-shadowed by the 1961, it remains a marvellous Margaux that continues to give pleasure. I tasted three different bottles of the 1966, two bottles side by side at the vertical tasting in London, though I have chosen a bottle subsequently tasted in Bordeaux the following March since this was served blind. The nose is wonderful: dusky black fruit, cedar, autumn woodland scents, perhaps more Saint Julien-like than the 1961, which is unequivocally "Margaux." The palate is medium-bodied with sufficient fruit, very fine tannins and perfectly judged acidity. It is a different character to the 1961. It does not have the same flair and profundity, but it is what you would describe as "proper Claret" - a little austere and conservative, but harmonious, fresh and amazingly long; and I noticed a nuanced ferrous element on the aftertaste. It has always been an outstanding Palmer that deserves respect and great bottles continue to shine." - 96/100, Neal Martin, May 2016
"The 1966 Palmer is simply remarkable. Boasting superb pliancy for a wine of its age, the 1966 is incredibly deep and polished throughout. The flavors are broad, dark and inviting." - 96/100, Antonio Galloni, July 2015
"Even more obviously Margaux, possibly Palmer, than the 1970. Extremely sweet and gentle without anything in excess. Seriously seductive on the nose – even the final pour almost an hour after the first one. Quite exceptional length. This just curls itself around the palate like the most languorous cat. I remember enjoying this wine as long ago as the late 1970s. What an admirably long life it has had." - 96/100, Jancis Robinson, Aug 2007
"Tasted at the Château Palmer vertical in London, the 1966 Château Palmer has long been considered one of the finest wines of that vintage. Perhaps over-shadowed by the 1961, it remains a marvellous Margaux that continues to give pleasure. I tasted three different bottles of the 1966, two bottles side by side at the vertical tasting in London, though I have chosen a bottle subsequently tasted in Bordeaux the following March since this was served blind. The nose is wonderful: dusky black fruit, cedar, autumn woodland scents, perhaps more Saint Julien-like than the 1961, which is unequivocally "Margaux." The palate is medium-bodied with sufficient fruit, very fine tannins and perfectly judged acidity. It is a different character to the 1961. It does not have the same flair and profundity, but it is what you would describe as "proper Claret" - a little austere and conservative, but harmonious, fresh and amazingly long; and I noticed a nuanced ferrous element on the aftertaste. It has always been an outstanding Palmer that deserves respect and great bottles continue to shine." - 96/100, Neal Martin, May 2016
"The 1966 Palmer is simply remarkable. Boasting superb pliancy for a wine of its age, the 1966 is incredibly deep and polished throughout. The flavors are broad, dark and inviting." - 96/100, Antonio Galloni, July 2015
"Even more obviously Margaux, possibly Palmer, than the 1970. Extremely sweet and gentle without anything in excess. Seriously seductive on the nose – even the final pour almost an hour after the first one. Quite exceptional length. This just curls itself around the palate like the most languorous cat. I remember enjoying this wine as long ago as the late 1970s. What an admirably long life it has had." - 96/100, Jancis Robinson, Aug 2007