DeLille Cellars Chaleur Blanc 2023 750ml Petit Verdot and a kiss of background

and a kiss of background oak

New lighter bottle as of the 2022 around 490g

almost chewy but polished dark cherry

the 2021 Opus One is another riveting wine from this estate

The 2023 Cathedral is a blend of around 25% Mornington Peninsula

DeLille Cellars Chaleur Blanc 2023 750ml Petit Verdot and a kiss of backgroundThe 2023 Chaleur Blanc wears the concentration of the vintage well, with prominent aromas of ripe apricot, honeydew melon, lemongrass, and green apple leaping from the glass. This compelling wine is layered with stone fruit flavors, delicate herbaceous notes, and rich oak spice, creating a complex and sensational effort that is remarkably approachable. The acid is firm and well integrated with the rich, creamy flavors of lemon brioche, honeysuckle,