I was surprised to see a hint of amber on the edge of the otherwise medium-to-dark ruby-colored 1997 Clos de Vougeot. Its opulent full-bodied personality is crammed with sweet red cherries, tar, blackberry jam, juniper berries, and cloves. Its extraordinarily long finish displays copious round, ripe, and supple tannins. Projected maturity: 2006-2010+.

Much spice and smoky oak, violet, dried herb, olive and currant rise from the glass of this silky, full-bodied red Burgundy. Broad and expansive, delivering lots of gras at midpalate and flavors that fan out on the hedonistic finish. Should improve in the cellar. Best from 2002 through 2007.??–PM??Region: France / Burgundy / Clos de Vougeot Select to Add