The 2013 Saint Romane Village, a mix of Sous la Roche and Sous le Chateau lieux-dits, has a slightly muted nose on first pouring - light brioche and vanilla scents plus a touch of chalk dust. The palate is medium-bodied with orange zest and marmalade, fine acidity with a well-balanced, quite "punchy" finish that lingers nicely in the mouth. This is one of those wines that starts in understated fashion and finishes with style.

The limestone and apple-scented 2001 Saint-Romain is light to medium-bodied and packed with liquid minerals, candied limes, and hints of a resiny quality. This flavorful, silky-textured wine is meant for drinking over the next 3 years. Various American importers.