The 2023 Ausone is a powerful, heady wine. Dark, layered and explosive, the 2023 possesses tremendous depth and tons of sheer resonance, something that becomes increasingly apparent with time in the glass. Strong saline notes frame a core of dark-toned fruit, mocha,spice, new leather, pencil shavings and lavender. The savory, mineral drenched finish is eternal. All the 2023 needs is time. Readers lucky enough to own it should be thrilled.