The beautifully made 1999 Chateauneuf du Pape exhibits an opaque ruby/purple color as well as a sweet nose of black cherries, a layered texture, supple tannin, and a ripe, long, full-bodied finish with outstanding purity. Drink it over the next 10-12 years. Importer: Eric Solomon, European Cellars, Charlotte, NC; tel. (704) 358-1565