Note: This luxury cuvee can only be differentiated in appearance from the estate's regular bottling by its back label. The dark ruby/purple-colored 1998 Cotes du Ventoux Serine offers an expressive nose of super-ripe black raspberries and hints of leather. This tight, well-structured, and concentrated wine is crammed with loads of black fruits. Full-bodied, powerful, and tightly wound, it displays ripe tannin in its long and supple finish. It will require cellaring before reaching its potential. Anticipated maturity: 2002-2006. Importer: Robert Kacher Selections, Washington, DC; (202) 832-9083.