The NV Geoffroy Lieu Dit Les Houtrants Complantes 1er Cru Nature Brut Champagne, produced by Rene Geoffroy, is a multi-vintage Champagne blend that has been garnering significant attention for its complexity and character. This wine, hailing from the Vallee de la Marne in Champagne, France, combines Pinot Noir, Meunier, Chardonnay, Petit Meslier, and Arbanne. It is noted for its zero dosage, resulting in a truly Brut Nature experience.

Vinous' Antonio Galloni awarded this Champagne an outstanding 94 points, praising its "freshness with the natural complexity of the perpetual reserve." He describes it as "gorgeous and distinctive," highlighting the balance of citrus, orchard fruit, spice, and floral nuances. This blend was co-planted in 2005 and includes vintages from 2015 to 2008, with the most recent disgorgement in November 2023.

Jeb Dunnuck, who scored it 92 points, notes the wine’s "spicy nose with notes of raw ginger, golden melon, broth, and toasty smoke." He finds the palate "savory and fully dry," complemented by a mineral texture and a "pillowing mousse." Dunnuck suggests pairing it with roast chicken to complement its savory profile.

James Suckling also gave it a 92-point score, noting its "lots of pinot character" with flavors of "dried-strawberry, citrus and some salt and chalk character." He describes it as "full-bodied, tight, and spicy," with firm, driving acidity.

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate and Wine Spectator both scored it 93 points. The Advocate highlights aromas of "green apples, toasted nuts, pastry cream," while Wine Spectator emphasized its "complexity in a lithe, bright frame" and "long and chalky" mineral-driven finish.

Overall, this Champagne offers a distinctive blend of freshness, complexity, and a savory edge, making it a compelling choice for those who appreciate a nuanced, zero-dosage Champagne.