The outstanding 1997 Gigondas possesses notes of sur-maturite, jammy blackberry liqueur-like notes in both its aromatics and flavors, a superb, full-bodied texture, spectacular concentration, and no evidence of wood from its barrique aging. This wine is sensationally long, luscious, and hedonistic. Importers: Bacchus Importers, tel. (410) 633-0400, Stacole Imports, Boca Raton, FL; tel. (561) 998-0029; Martin Scott Wines Ltd., Little Neck, NY; Ventures in Wine, Daly City, CA; Atlantic Importing Co., Newton, MA; Fine Vines, Maywood, IL and all the importers representing the selections of French broker, Patrick Lesec (Paris fax # 011 33 1 44 70 62 93)