Fiorina, Barbaresco, 1971 NV [2022] this Chenin Blanc is split

this Chenin Blanc is split between stainless steel and 400-liter French barrel spontaneous fermentation

Expect floral notes

This is not an aperitif wine

this NV release shows extra depth from extended time under flor

Fiorina, Barbaresco, 1971 NV [2022] this Chenin Blanc is splitA piece of Piedmontese history: Franco Fiorina was one of Alba's celebrated old school houses, known for traditional, long lived Nebbiolo. This is their classic Barbaresco from the 1971 vintage, widely regarded as one of the great Piedmont years of its era. A bottle past fifty years old is a rare window into how these wines evolve, and the well regarded vintage gives reason for optimism. Approach it as the adventure it is, stand it upright beforehand