The 2006 Condrieu Les Chaillets is superb. A greenish hue to the light gold color offers up notes of ripe peach, poached apricots, crushed rocks, and acacia flowers. Broad, smoky, luscious flavors are concentrated with good underlying acidity. This is a beauty to drink over the next several years. Importer: Rosenthal Wine Merchant Ltd., Pine Plains, NY; tel. (800) 910-1990

Beautiful floral, anise and chamomile flower notes unfurl in front of a rich yet racy palate of quince and persimmon flavors. The long finish drips with fruit and minerality. Drink now through 2010. 1,330 cases made, 100 cases imported.??–JM??Region: France / Northern Rh?ne / Condrieu Select to Add