The 1999 Chassagne-Montrachet displays acacia blossom and spice box aromas. It is concentrated, pure, intense, and medium-bodied. This lovely, earth and pear-filled wine admirably combines a soft texture with a powerful, focused flavor profile. Drink t over the next 4-5 years. Importers: Boston Wine Company, Somerville, MA; tel: 800-343-2230; Burgundy Wine Company, New York, NY; tel: 212-691-9092; Jeroboam Wines, New York, NY; tel: 212-625-2505; Regal Wine Imports, Marlton, NJ; tel: 856-985-6388; Michael Downey Selections, Arlington, VA; tel: 703-920-5690; J. Hunt Wine Alliance, Columbia, MD; tel: 410-730-2222; The London Wine Man, Charlotte, NC; tel: 704-529-1940; Glazers Midwest, St. Louis, MO; tel: 314-382-9990; West End Beverage, Nashville, TN; tel: 615-320-1446; Old Vine Imports, Redwood City, CA; tel: 650-593-1947; Vin de Garde Wines, Portland, OR; tel: 503-224-2470; Southern Wines and Spirits, Miami, FL; tel: 800-457-8780.

Has distinctive butter, popcorn and butterscotch-caramel flavors, but lacks a bit of elegance. Medium-bodied, with lemon, bread dough and toast notes. Intense Chardonnay that's interesting if not great. Best from 2003 through 2008. 80 cases made. -PM