The traditional cuvee, which is now called Les Terrasses de l'Empire is outstanding in 1998. This medium to full-bodied effort offers a sweet, honeysuckle, peach/apricot-scented nose, outstanding purity, good acidity for the vintage, and a plump, concentrated finish. It should drink well for 1-2 years. Importer: An Alain Corcia Selection, various American importers, including Langdon Shiverick, Cleveland, OH; tel. (216) 861-6800, Charmer Industries, NY; tel. (718) 726-2500, Southern Wine and Spirits, CA; tel. (510) 487-33 Premier Wines, CA; tel. (510) 237-6284,32, and Calvert Woodley Wines, Washington, DC; tel. (202) 966-4400

Butter, honey and ripe fruit character rises from the glass and coats the palate. Lovely, medium-bodied and balanced, this is sheer pleasure to drink. Long, harmonious aftertaste. Drink now through 2002. 1,250 cases made.??–PM??Region: France / Northern Rh?ne / Condrieu Select to Add