The dark ruby-colored 1996 Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee Tradition offers a cedary, sandlewood, and black cherry-scented nose, medium to full body, fine softness, and a stylish combination of power and finesse. It will not age long, but will provide fine drinking over the next 4-5 years. Importer: Kermit Lynch Wine Merchant, Berkeley, CA; tel (510) 524-1524, except for Les Hautes Brusquieres, which has traditionally been imported by Eric Solomon, European Cellars, New York, NY; tel. (212) 924-4949