Rene Geoffroy, Houtrants Complantes Brut Nature Vintage:N.V. There is impressive richness and

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

more determined edge

its viscous texture

Less autolytic in style than the 2004

elegance and a real sense of energy

Rene Geoffroy, Houtrants Complantes Brut Nature Vintage:N.V. There is impressive richness andThe 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.