Rene Geoffroy, Houtrants Complantes Brut Nature Vintage:N.V. We only began picking Riesling

We only began picking Riesling near the end of October

There is impressive richness and power to the broad-shouldered flavors that exude a fine bead of minerality that continues onto the dusty and balanced finale that is shaped by relatively fine grained tannins

Less autolytic in style than the 2004

more determined edge

hard candy and dark red fruit are layered in this utterly impeccable Barolo

Rene Geoffroy, Houtrants Complantes Brut Nature Vintage:N.V. We only began picking RieslingThe NV Brut Nature Les Houtrants Complants is a blend of Pinot Noir, Meunier, Chardonnay, Petit Meslier and Arbanne, co planted in 2005, from vintages 2015 to 2008. This is an especially fine edition that balances freshness with the natural complexity of the perpetual reserve. Citrus, orchard fruit, spice and floral overtones all build effortlessly. What a gorgeous and distinctive Champagne this is. Zero dosage. Disgorged, November 2023.