Much like the 1986 Rayas, the 1986 Fonsalette exhibited far more fat, appeal, and quality when it was young than it does at present. The baby fat has melted away to reveal a vegetal, hollow, austere style of wine that is past its peak. It is losing its fruit and should be drunk up.
Imported by Martine's Wines, San Rafael, CA; tel. (415) 485-1800, Wines of France, Alain Junguenet, Mountainside, NJ; tel. (908) 654-6173, and Ideal Wines, Medford, MA; tel. (617) 395-3300