The very good 1999 St.-Joseph Cuvee Prestige Le Lombard is a blend of 80% Marsanne and 20% Roussanne, aged in 50% new and 50% used barrels. It reveals a honeyed, wood smoke, pear, and grapefruit-scented bouquet, medium body, good acidity, and an elegant, clean finish. It should drink well for 2-3 years.
Importer: Neal Rosenthal, Select Vineyards, Shekomeko, NY; tel. (800) 910-1990