Don't think 23 mm tires are optimal for commuting. 25 or 28 mm, for a while I rode with 28 in the rear and 25 in front (could not fit 28's in the front). Had the best luck with Conti 4 seasons and schwalbe marathons. The marathons lasted forever and were good on a section of commute that is sometimes a muddy - they were heavier than the 4 seasons. 4 seasons road and handled well, didn't last as long as the marathons, cost more. But would be my preference on a road bike.
Have also ran pasela tour guard, 25 mm - didn't get the mileage out of them I was anticipating.