2008 Benanti Etna Bianco Superiore Pietramarina - Italy, Sicily, Etna DOC (8/31/2014)
Light hay in color, nose is enticing, subtle fruit with a sense of crushed stones and hint of anise; on the palate is a wine light enough to float on air, but with a delicate intensity and depth of flavor that weaves through a multitude of complex layers: notes of apple skin, anise, stone fruit, roasted nuts, granite, all beautifully balanced with moderate acidity, and a lengthy, mineral finish. Really lovely. (92 pts.)
Update a couple hours later: this continues to show better and better, like a cross between a Trimbach Frederic Emile, and a great vintage Chablis Les Clos. Amazing quality.
10pm: Just finished the bottle, showing more saline, and just fabulous length and minerality on the finish.
$40, and beats the absolute living crap out of wines 5 times its price.
