The 1996 Chevalier-Montrachet displays massive ripeness in its fresh marzipan and honeysuckle aromatics. Flavors of silica grilled nuts sun-baked stones straw hops and limes can be found in this hyper-focused wine. Its medium-to-full body is magnificently balanced and precise yet broad thick and rich. This is a fabulously elegant offering that combines brawny power with elegance and class. It should reach its peak in 2006 yet will easily hold through 2015 given proper cellaring. Bravo!