1996 Mercurey

This delicious Mercurey has a medium-to-dark ruby color and a charming nose of violets, roses, and sweet cherries. On the palate it boasts beautiful ripeness, medium-to-full body, a silky-texture, and loads of red cherries and blueberries. Some rusticity can be discerned in the wine's finish. Anticipated maturity: 1999-2001. The Chateau de Chamirey is owned by the Antonin Rodet negociant house. Importers: William Deutsch and Sons, Ltd., Armonk, NY; tel (914) 273-1221; fax (914) 273-1291, and Winesellers Ltd., Skokie, IL; tel (847) 679-0121; fax (847) 679-2017.