Oggero Roero Anime 2023 Grape_Chenin including intra-parcel selection and careful

including intra-parcel selection and careful handling to prevent berry oxidation

insanely delicious

no sulfur until bottling

some of them nearly 90 years old

is one of the most complete expressions of what Fiano can do when given the right site and a steady hand

Oggero Roero Anime 2023 Grape_Chenin including intra-parcel selection and carefulThe Land "Anime" means "souls," and the name fits: this is a single centenary vineyard in Santo Stefano Roero, 90 year old vines planted at a density of 10,000 per hectare, at 320 meters above sea level with south southwest exposure. The south southwest orientation means less morning sun than a south facing parcel, but extended warmth through midday and late afternoon: a slower, more even ripening than the other Roero reds at this domaine. The soils