Tyrrells Vat 63 Chardonnay/Semillon 2023

A family favourite (the Tyrrell family, that is, although no doubt many others as well), the blend is 55% Chardonnay from the HVD Vineyard and 45% Semillon from the Stevens Vineyard. The wines are made discretely before the final blending. Chardonnay saw time in French oak while Semillon was, as usual, unwooded. Only made in great years. Straw/yellow hue, the nose weaves through aromas of peaches, florals, a hint of grapefruit and lemon blossoms. Ripe with generous flavours, there is a minerally support to the wine. Excellent length with a line of fine acidity, this is tightly structured and will certainly improve over the next ten years. Lots to like here.