The highly expressive 2002 Saint-Aubin Murgers des Dents de Chiens explodes from the glass with spices and pears. A wine of gorgeous breadth that expands on the palate, it is bursting with buckets of spiced minerals, sap, apples, and poached pears that linger in its lengthy finish. Medium-bodied, velvety-textured and decadent, it is a candidate for drinking over the next 4-5 years. This small Beaune negociant firm, run by Bostonian Alex Gambal, continues to progress, making increasingly better wines each year. Various importers, including Boston Wine Company, Somerville, MA; tel. 800-343-2230

A little heavy on the oak, but a lively structure drives the butterscotch, clove and vanilla flavors. Remains vibrant on the finish. Give it time to integrate. Drink now through 2010. 110 cases made.??–BS??Region: France / Burgundy / St.-Aubin Select to Add