Produced from vines in the southern most sector of the grand cru Corton vineyard (Les Combes), near the base of the hill, the medium-to-dark ruby colored Le Corton reveals an herbal, and black fruit-scented nose. This complex, rich, and deep wine is medium-to-full-bodied, silky, and well-made. Layers of dark cherries, blackberries, and roasting spices can be found in its delicious flavor profile. Anticipated maturity: 2000-2005. The score, on a range and in parentheses, indicates that the wine was tasted from barrel. Importer: Seagram Chateau & Estate Wines Company, New York, NY; tel (212) 572-7725.