The nose of the 2002 Griotte-Chambertin bursts with an assortment of candied cherries. Sexy, plush, and profound, its medium-bodied flavor profile displays copious quantities of red cherries, spices, and minerals. This rich, sensual wine has superb depth of fruit and a prolonged, expressive finish. Anticipated maturity: 2007-2016. Importer: Dreyfus Ashby, New York, NY; tel. (212) 818-0770

Drouhin's 2002 Griotte-Chambertin was quite pretty, subtle and understated.

Good red-ruby. Sappy, youthfully tight aromas of blackberry, raspberry, minerals and mint, lifted by a peppery quality. Juicy and tightly wound; much less silky and fat today than the Musigny. Notes of black pepper, minerals and mint. In an awkward stage today and very difficult to taste. From vines planted in 1985 and 1980.