Chateau Palmer is named after the retired British officer Major General Palmer, who bought it and renamed it in 1814. The French disliked the English, but in this case owed gratitude. The general invests heavily in quality and builds the name of the British market. Since 1938, Chateau Palmer has been owned by four large families of Bordeaux wine merchants. The vineyards are 55 hectares, located on a plateau with gravelly soil and are sown with Cabernet Sauvignon (55%), Merlot (40%) and Cabernet Franc (5%). The chateau is classified as 3ème Cru Classé, but is generally underestimated. Certain harvests are at least as good, and even better, than those of his famous neighbor Chateau Margaux. Chateau Palmer creates sensual and beautiful wine. Everything that makes a Bordeaux great can be found in it.