Though it has some foursquare, highly structured characteristics, I was enthralled by the sheer power, density, and weight of the 2002 Pommard Epenots. Its spicy black fruit-scented nose leads to a massive, resiny core of tarry black fruits, stones, and earth. This brooding monster is medium to full-bodied, hugely deep, and massively concentrated. Projected maturity: 2008-2018.
Importers include: Vintus, Manhasset, NY; tel. (914) 769-3000; Atherton Imports, Atherton, CA; tel. (650) 328-6639; and Chicago Wine Merchants, Chicago, IL; tel. (773) 890-8131