Barmes's 1999 Sylvaner Rosenberg Vieilles Vignes has an exciting, spicy nose. On the palate, there is a good burst of smoky, spicy pears, then it tightens to a zesty, vivacious finish. Drink this fun-filled Sylvaner over the next 2-3 years. Importer: A Peter Vezan Selection, (Paris Fax # 011-33-1-42-55-42-93), various American importers, including: Barriques Wines, Chicago, IL; tel. (773) 275-1200; Dionysus Imports, Lorton, VA; tel. (703) 751-9416; North Berkeley Imports, Berkeley, CA; tel. (800) 266-6585