The 1997 Chateauneuf du Pape exhibits a spicy, peppery, cherry-scented nose, a forward, evolved style, a plump, tasty mid-palate, and good jammy fruit. Drink this evolved (note the ruby/garnet color), low acid, elegant Chateauneuf over the next 4-5 years. Importer: North Berkeley Imports, Berkeley, CA; tel. (510) 848-8910