The 2002 Corton-Bressandes sports a nose of raspberries, red cherries, and blueberries. Medium-bodied, supple, and lush, it has outstanding balance as well as a concentrated flavor profile crammed with silky, juicy red, blue, and black fruits. that linger in its suave finish. Projected maturity: now-2014. Importer: Vineyard Brands, Birmingham, AL; tel. (205) 980-8802. Readers should note that Vincent Girardin also bottles some of these same wines under the Baron de la Charriere label, imported by Eric Solomon (European Cellars, Charlotte, NC; tel. 704-358-1565)

The 2002 Corton-Bressandes sports a nose of raspberries, red cherries, and blueberries. Medium-bodied, supple, and lush, it has outstanding balance as well as a concentrated flavor profile crammed with silky, juicy red, blue, and black fruits. that linger in its suave finish. Projected maturity: now-2014. Importer: Vineyard Brands, Birmingham, AL; tel. (205) 980-8802. Readers should note that Vincent Girardin also bottles some of these same wines under the Baron de la Charriere label, imported by Eric Solomon (European Cellars, Charlotte, NC; tel. 704-358-1565)