Produced from 60-year-old vines, the dark ruby-colored 1999 Corton-Perrieres offers a magnificent nose of blackberries, black currants, and toasty new oak. This medium to full-bodied, chunky, velvety-textured wine is highly concentrated and has outstanding depth of fruit. Layer upon layer of blackberries, currants, candied grapes, and flowers conquer one's palate in this powerful yet elegant wine. The tannins that are discernible in its long finish are amazingly supple and sweet. Projected maturity: 2003-2012. Bottled under the Baron de la Charriere label and imported by European Cellars, Eric Solomon, New York, NY; tel. (212) 924-4949

Produced from 60-year-old vines, the dark ruby-colored 1999 Corton-Perrieres offers a magnificent nose of blackberries, black currants, and toasty new oak. This medium to full-bodied, chunky, velvety-textured wine is highly concentrated and has outstanding depth of fruit. Layer upon layer of blackberries, currants, candied grapes, and flowers conquer one's palate in this powerful yet elegant wine. The tannins that are discernible in its long finish are amazingly supple and sweet. Projected maturity: 2003-2012. Bottled under the Baron de la Charriere label and imported by European Cellars, Eric Solomon, New York, NY; tel. (212) 924-4949