The 1988 Gigondas Cuvee Florence has a dark ruby/purple color, a highly extracted bouquet of violets, black raspberries, and toasty, smoky oak. In the mouth it is rich, full-bodied, and amply endowed, with soft tannins and moderate acidity. Finally approaching full maturity, this wine should prove especially long-lived. Anticipated maturity: now-2005. Last tasted 6/95.