Domaine Chasselay, Fleurie, III 2018 Piedmont The 1998 La Landonne from

The 1998 La Landonne from Domaine Rostaing is even more refined than the 1999

but sure to reward cellaring

with light hints of French roast

residual raspberry and cherry fruit with a stern yet bracing overlay of austerity and salinity

decanted at 5pm and tasted over several hours

Domaine Chasselay, Fleurie, III 2018 Piedmont The 1998 La Landonne from91 CellarTracker Decanted and enjoyed with penne and scallops in pesto. Deep ruby color, medium plus body. Developing aromatics reflect telltale red granite minerals, upfront earthiness, sweet red flowers, and blue and red fruits. Slightly more delineated on the palate: tart raspberry, zingy cherry, ripening strawberry, dirty, chewy earth, and crushed salty rock. Structure is defined by the acidity to support a satisfying finish, which is not