Vasse Felix, Heytesbury Chardonnay other_regions_italy just a pinch of tannin

just a pinch of tannin and a good

Chewy and impressively concentrated

Reminiscent of a Rhone Valley Chateauneuf du Pape

but it has aged very well nonetheless

and the time in oak was shortened

Vasse Felix, Heytesbury Chardonnay other_regions_italy just a pinch of tanninThe 2023 Heytesbury Chardonnay reveals all the poise and balance we expect from the season. It is awesome. This feels totally weighted on the back palate. The fruit intensity, coupled with powerful acidity and phenolic presence, fully penetrates beyond mere "flavor experience" and dives deep into the senses; the only option left is to ride that wave until it slowly fades. It's a persistent, sophisticated wine of latent power and patience. While this