The 1999 Chevalier-Montrachet, tasted from barrel, reveals powerfully rich vanilla and toasted oak aromas. It is medium-bodied, plump, and satin-textured. Its flavor profile offers expressive layers of sweet coconut and anise that lead to a tight finish. Anticipated maturity: now-2007.
Importer: Vineyard Brands, Birmingham, AL; tel (205) 980-8802. In addition, Vincent Girardin sells many of these same wines under the Baron de la Charriere label to European Cellars, Eric Solomon, New York, NY; tel (212) 924-4949.