Wild and rustic, the 2019 Santenay 1er Cru Les Gravières exhibits aromas of dark berries, sweet soil tones, spices and grilled meats. Medium to full-bodied, rich and lively, it's framed by powdery tannins and concludes with a long, carnal finish.

Aromas of black cherries, blackberries and cassis mingling with menthol and dark chocolate introduce the 2016 Santenay 1er Cru Les Gravières, a medium to full-bodied, characterful wine with a deep core of wild fruit, youthfully chewy structuring tannins and bright balancing acids.

The 2003 Santenay Gravieres sports a dark berry-scented nose and is medium to full-bodied, rich, and exuberant. Palate-coating layers of cherries intermingled with Welsh’s Grape Jelly are found in its deep character. This seamless, supple wine should be drunk over the next 4-5 years. Importer: Vineyard Brands, Birmingham, AL; tel (205) 980-8802. Readers should note that Vincent Girardin also bottles some of these same wines under the Baron de la Charriere label, imported by Eric Solomon (European Cellars, Charlotte, NC; tel. 704-358-1565)