The 1997 Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee Classique reflects the vintage's character in its soft, open-knit, ripe strawberry/cherry-scented and flavored style. There is good ripeness, medium body, low acidity, and an evolved personality. I would opt for drinking it over the next 2-3 years. Importer: A Christopher Cannan Selection, Europvin USA, Watertown, MA; tel. (617) 924-7620