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IronGate Fine Wine Auction

Tue, Mar 18, 2025 10:00AM EDT - Tue, Mar 25, 2025 08:00PM EDT
  • 2005
  • 750ml
  • France
  • Bordeaux
  • Medoc
  • Bordeaux Red Blend
  • Red
Lot 222

2005 Alter Ego de Palmer Margaux - 2 bottle(s)-750ml

Estimate: CAD$480 - CAD$640

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
CAD$0 CAD$20
CAD$500 CAD$50
CAD$1,000 CAD$100
CAD$2,000 CAD$200
CAD$3,000 CAD$250
CAD$5,000 CAD$500
CAD$10,000 CAD$1,000
CAD$20,000 CAD$2,000
CAD$50,000 CAD$5,000
CAD$100,000 CAD$10,000
This lot is comprised of 2 bottle(s) of 2005 Alter Ego de Palmer Margaux - 750ml. Estimate for this lot is between $480 - $640 with a reserve of $320. The wine in this lot belongs to collection 11591.

Condition

Please note the following bottle conditions in this lot - Slightly Scuffed Label

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Growing up, this Alberta-based consignor was immersed in the world of old-world wines, as his parents were from France and had a deep appreciation for fine wines from a young age. Through an organization called YPO, he formed lasting friendships with like-minded individuals, and together, they began collecting wines. Their adventures took them across France and Italy, where they visited Chateaus and wineries to experience wine firsthand. Along the way, they learned the rich history behind each family’s vines, grapes, and winemaking techniques, taking note of the subtle nuances that made the wine special. His bottles were imported directly from the wineries through AGLC. He has a specially designed cellar in the basement of his home, built with original Chicago brick and equipped with temperature and humidity controls.
The rating for 2005 Alter Ego de Palmer Margaux is 89 points from Robert Parker and the tasting note - The medium to dark ruby 2005 Alter Ego is a sexy, lush, up-front style of 2005, with loads of cedar wood, a fragrant and perfumed personality, and silky tannin. It is moderately endowed, but lusciously suave and seductive. Close to being an outstanding second wine, it will drink well for another 7-10 years.