The light to medium-bodied 2001 Batard-Montrachet, a wine produced from a vineyard acquired through a swap with Domaine Ramonet, displays anise, flower, and pear aromas. Juicy lemons can be found in this fleshy, sappy effort as well as in its long, expressive finish. Projected maturity: now-2010. Importers: Eric Solomon, European Cellars, New York, NY; tel. (212) 924-4949; and Bacchus Importers, Baltimore, MD; (800) 525-9699

Loads of spices and buttered toast aromas can be detected in the nose of the 2000 Batard-Montrachet. This medium-bodied offering is intense, well-concentrated, and loaded with white fruit. An outstanding wine with impressive depth and length, it should be consumed over the next 8 years. Importers: European Cellars, Eric Solomon, Charlotte, NC; tel. (704) 358-1565; and Bacchus Importers, Baltimore, MD; tel. (800) 525-9699

The toasted oak-scented 1999 Batard-Montrachet is medium-bodied, oily-textured, rich, and concentrated. It offers layers of spices, pears, apples, and oak nuances in its powerful personality. This well-balanced, plump, and flavorful wine will be at its best if consumed between 2003-2010. Importers: Eric Solomon, European Cellars, New York, NY; tel (212) 924-4949, and Bacchus Importers, Baltimore, MD; (800) 525-9699.