The 2005 Chambertin Clos de Beze offers a smoky, sweet raspberry, rose petal and red licorice nose, a richly-fruited palate boasting ultra-refined, weapons-grade tannins and undertones of charred meat, mocha, and black tea. The finish is strikingly refined and long-lined, detonating with flowers, fresh berries and spice. Expect at least 10-12 years of positive evolution from these Groffier Grand Crus.A Peter Vezan Selection (various importers), Paris; fax 011 33 1 42 55 42 93.