The 1997 Chassagne-Montrachet La Maltroie has malt ball, butter, and fresh milk aromas. This medium-to-full-bodied, thick, and hugely ripe offering is crammed with nuts, pears, white peaches, and earth. It is a boldly assertive, in your face kind of wine, with excellent grip, and a long finish. Anticipated maturity: now-2004.
Importer: Robert Kacher Selections, Washington, DC; tel. (202) 832-9083.