Although the 1991 Merlot Toro Desiderio is a good wine, it lacks charm and fruit. A dark ruby color is followed by aromas of spicy new French oak and black-cherries. The wine is medium-bodied, cleanly made, fresh, and should offer serviceable drinking for 2-3 years. At $8-$10 it would be a reasonable bargain, but at its current price, it is just a wine for label drinkers.
Importer: Vias Imports, New York, NY; tel. (212) 629-0200