Duboeuf's new releases, which are now appearing, are the 1992s. On paper, 1992 is inferior to 1991. But Duboeuf's stricter selection process, combined with lower prices have made his wines winners again! If retailers, restaurants, and wine writers want to increase consumption of wine in America, one of the best places to start is to encourage consumption of Duboeuf's wines. For the level of quality and pleasure they provide, they are not just good values, they are cheap!Duboeuf's 1992 Chenas-Domaine de Darroux is more backward than the Flower Label bottling. It possesses fine spicy, ripe, red fruit, a chunky texture, and rustic, spicy qualities.Importers: William Deutsch and Sons, Chappaqua, NY and Wine Sellers, Skokie, IL.

A superb nose of black fruits (raspberries and plums) is followed by a wine with terrific intensity, rich, medium-bodied flavors, zesty acidity, and an opulent finish. Drink it over the next 2-3 years.Importers: William Deutsch & Sons, Chappaqua, NY and Wine Sellers, Skokie, IL.