The 2023 vintage began with a wet and rainy winter, with precipitation continuing through much of the spring. On June 18th, a brief hailstorm occurred, followed by unusually high temperatures in July, interspersed with thunderstorms that encouraged the development of downy mildew and repeated vegetative growth, delaying ripening. Veraison began in early August, later than average. A cool, sunny, and breezy September supported phenolic development. Harvest was postponed until October to ensure perfect grape ripeness. Although yields were among the lowest of the past decades, the grapes showed high acidity, abundant sugar content, and aromas and colors of remarkable intensity.