Sweet red cherries can be detected in the aromatics of the 2000 Monthelie Les Duresses. Lush, expansive, and suave, it coats the palate with loads of black fruits and a flavor reminiscent of metal shavings. This is a delicious Monthelie, without the rusticity often associated with other wines from this village. Drink it over the next 4 years. Dominique Lafon is on fire, in a zone, on top of his game. He’s never made better wines, and he improves with each passing vintage. Importers: Various including Classic Wine Imports, Boston, MA; tel: (617) 731-6644; Daniel Johnnes/Jeroboam Wines, New York, NY; (212) 625-2505; and Beaune Imports