The medium to dark ruby-colored 1997 Echezeaux displays smoked bacon and candied red berry aromas, as well as a sweet cherry jam-filled, silky textured, and opulent character. There are no hard edges in this flattering, forward, hedonistic wine. Projected maturity: now-2006. Importer: Clicquot, Inc., New York, NY; tel (212) 888-7575.