Rene Geoffroy, Houtrants Complantes Brut Nature Vintage:N.V. This behemoth demands 8-10 years

This behemoth demands 8-10 years of cellaring but should ultimately reward patient cellaring in a big way

(100% syrah

The 2016 Barolo Monvigliero is utterly spellbinding in its profoundness

quinine and saltwater

I very much like the intensity here and the transparency is stunning

Rene Geoffroy, Houtrants Complantes Brut Nature Vintage:N.V. This behemoth demands 8-10 yearsThe 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.