The sexy 1998 Batard-Montrachet displays intensely ripe yellow fruit aromas. Medium to full-bodied, concentrated, and dense, its layered core of poached pears and apricots coats the taster's palate. This long, flavorful, and opulent wine may not stand the test of time, yet it is enormously pleasurable to drink. Anticipated maturity: now-2005. Importer: Clicquot, Inc., New York, NY; tel (212) 888-7575.