I’m always drinking Barolo too young, so here’s a 1958 Franco Fiorina Barolo

Amazing experience to try a wine that's nearly 70 years old! This wine is old enough to collect Social Security.

Opened with a Durand, cork surprisingly crumbled only a tiny bit.

Slow oxed and drank over three hours. Figured decanting would make it fall flat.

Light brick color, very different from any Barolo I've tried. At first, was worried it was over oxidized, but not at all.

Wine evolved nicely over three hours. Still drinking very young, tannins still very noticeable initially.

Notes of strawberry, mint, and a hint of rose.

Absolutely delicious and still in shock this wine is so approachable and complex.

Displayed a lightness somewhat reminiscent of a pinot noir.

93 points.