2008 Pisoni "Estate" Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir

An absolutely stunning fireworks display of aromatics emerges when the nose gets close to the glass of this dense ruby/purple-colored wine. Foresty notes, spring flowers, black raspberry, black currants, sweet cherry, and sassafras all jump from the glass. Extremely layered, velvety-textured, and opulent, with a finish that goes on for 50 seconds, this full-bodied wine has extraordinary concentration, purity, and 'gravitas.' It is a sensational wine that should drink well for up to a decade. Bravo! (RP)