Loads of yellow fruits can be discerned in the aromatics of the 1999 Pinot Gris Sonnenglanz Vendanges Tardives. This broad, candied berry, pear, peach, apricot, and spice-flavored wine is medium-bodied, plump, and easy to love. It is fruit-driven, dense, creamy-textured, and has an admirably long, sweet, luscious finish. Drink it over the next 12-14 years. Importers: European Cellars (Eric Solomon), New York, NY; tel. (212) 924-4949. Also, a Peter Vezan Selection, (Paris Fax # 011-33-1-42-55-42-93), various American importers, including: Barriques Wines, Chicago, IL; tel. (773) 275-1200; Branded New England, Norwood, MA; tel. (781) 501-1256; North Berkeley Imports, Berkeley, CA; tel. (800) 266-6585

Sweet peach and apricot aromas are found in the 1997 Tokay-Pinot Gris Sonnenglanz Vendange Tardive's nose. On the palate, a powerful punch of honey, bergamots, mirabelles, and honey-dripping grapefruits greets the taster. This medium-to-full-bodied, viscously-textured - yet pure and well-balanced - wine is concentrated, intense, and showy. It is approachable now but will easily hold through 2014. Importers: European Cellars (Eric Solomon), New York, NY; tel (212) 924-4949. Also, a Peter Vezan Selection, (Paris Fax # 011-33-1-42-55-42-93), various American importers, including: Barriques Wines, Chicago, IL; tel (773) 275-1200; Branded New England, Norwood, MA; tel (781) 501-1256; North Berkeley Imports, Berkeley, CA; tel (800) 266-6585.