The outstanding 2009 Chateauneuf du Pape (tank and foudre-aged) is a classic example of Chateauneuf du Pape displaying notes of kirsch, cedarwood, resiny balsam and licorice. With sweet tannins, a voluptuous texture and medium to full body, this delicious, fruity 2009 should drink well for 7-8 years. My visit to the impressive, modern facilities at Vidal-Fleury in the Cote Blonde sector of Cote Rotie went well as I believe this is an up-and-coming producer. Owners Marcel and Philippe Guigal and the estate’s director, Guy Sarton de Jonchay, are instituting an earlier bottling, resulting in more freshness and lively fruit in the wines.Importer: William Deutsch and Sons, White Plains, NY; tel. (914) 251-WINE