Fresh perspectives from the men and women of Château Palmer about their work and the wines they produce. Stories of passion, curiosity and dedication… lessons of life.
Encounter
Alexis Bardinet
Mastering Engineer, Bordeaux
Bordeaux
His profession ranks among the most mysterious in the music world. In his words, it’s the art of “applying the coat of varnish that gives that final patina”.
American Dream. Born into a poor Kansas family, he’d distinguish himself in sales, and create a prosperous banking equipment company. An ever-evolving career with one constant – a love of wines, and one of the most renowned collections in the USA.
The estate hums with life, welcoming, hosting, entertaining. At the centre of it all… a Japanese chef. For the last three years, Seiji Nagayama has been there for every Palmer moment, serving a cuisine fit for a château.
