1999 Meursault Rougeots

Hints of hazelnuts can be found among white fruit aromas in the nose of the 1999 Meursault Rougeots. This plump pear, apple, and spice-flavored wine is fresh, medium-bodied, and possesses a silky texture in its attack and mid-palate, yet dries somewhat in the finish. Anticipated maturity: now-2005. A Peter Vezan Selection (Paris Fax # 011-33-1-42654293), importers include: North Berkeley Imports, Berkeley, CA; tel (510) 848-8910, and a Patrick Lesec Selection (Paris Fax # 011-33-1-42843822), various American importers, including Bacchus Importers (800) 525-9699.