The dark-colored 1999 Clos Vougeot reveals provocative pain grille and vanilla bean aromas. This medium to full-bodied wine is densely packed with cherries, spices, licorice, and candied blueberries. It is velvety-textured, intense, and possesses an amazingly long, supple finish. This harmonious and extremely well-balanced wine should be at its peak of maturity between 2005 and 2018. Importer: Martine's Wines, San Raphael, CA; tel. (415) 485-1800.

The nose is marked by caramel, plum and macerated fruits, with more bass than the 1996. On the palate the fruit has a slightly candied quality, but its very concentrated. A bit compact on the finish, yet with a long, sweet fruit aftertaste. Domaine Leroy non-blind tasting (6/08). Best from 2016 through 2050.??–BS??Region: France / Burgundy / Clos de Vougeot Select to Add