Smoky minerals intertwined with spiced apples can be found in the 1997 Puligny-Montrachet Les Folatieres’ aromatics. Its medium body is dense, oily-textured, thick, and packed with toasty pears, apples and gravel. It is a succulent wine, with excellent depth of fruit, and an outgoing personality. Anticipated maturity: now-2006.
Importer: Wilson Daniels, St. Helena, CA; (707) 963-9661.