Victor Charcan

9.0

Quite frankly, for the money? White generic Burgundy at 15€? Show me a better one. Fine apple and yeasty butter notes, a bit of white bones fruit, quince, peer, medium bodied and high acid. And it shows the place — 13 days ago

Damian Walch

9.0

A bright medium ruby color and an elegant, red-fruited profile. On the nose, it opens with fresh cherry, raspberry, and red currant, layered with subtle rose petal and a touch of forest floor and wet stone. The palate is refined rather than powerful, carrying through with cranberry and cherry notes supported by lively acidity and silky, fine tannins. There’s a gentle earthy undertone and a hint of white pepper or baking spice that adds complexity without weight. The finish is clean and medium in length, lingering on fresh red fruit and mineral tones, making it balanced, food-friendly, and distinctly Old World in style rather than bold or extracted. — 5 months ago

Mark S.

9.1

Slightly herbaceous. Citrus green apple. Chalk flint featured this region. Rich. With elegancy. Good match with seafood. Sweetness. Highly balanced! 13.5% Sancerre Le Chene Marchand Pascal Jolivet 22 @5280, Toscan, 250727-250921 — a year ago

Cristiano Humberto Naves de Freitas Azevedo

8.9

Good wine, soft tannins, nice aromas — 3 years ago

Charlie Tapp

9.2

Struck match and golden delicious. — 4 years ago

Vin d’Ottawa

9.1

Juicy cherry flavours and holds a bit longer than you expect. — 6 years ago

with Gillian

Jacob Johnston

9.0

Simultaneously light yet earthy, with soft flavors of mushroom and red fruits. Enjoyable, food friendly. — 6 years ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.0

Ropiteau Frères – Meursault – 2023
Meursault AOP – Côte de Beaune – Burgundy – France 🇫🇷

Overview
A classic expression of Meursault Chardonnay, showcasing the richer, broader style of the Côte de Beaune. The 2023 vintage leans into ripeness and texture while maintaining balance, delivering a layered and refined interpretation of this iconic village.

Aromas & Flavors
Stone fruit leads the profile, ripe peach and apricot, supported by baked apple and subtle citrus. Notes of toasted hazelnut, light vanilla, and a gentle touch of oak add complexity without overwhelming the fruit.

Mouthfeel
Medium to full-bodied with a broader, more enveloping texture. Creamy yet balanced by fresh acidity, creating a harmonious and polished palate. The finish is smooth, layered, and persistent.

Food Pairings
Lobster, scallops, roasted chicken, creamy pasta, or mushroom-based dishes. Also shines with richer seafood preparations.

Verdict
A sophisticated and well-balanced Meursault that captures the essence of Côte de Beaune richness, textured, layered, and quietly complex. Elegant without being heavy.

Did You Know?
Meursault is famous for its nutty, buttery nuances, often enhanced by lees aging and oak influence, yet the best examples, like this, keep everything in balance rather than leaning too rich.

🍷 Personal Pick
A beautiful step up in texture and complexity, when I want Chardonnay with depth, presence, and that unmistakable Burgundy signature. — 3 months ago

Ira Schwartz

9.1

When faced with a difficult list, I will always go with Crochet if it’s there. Consistency and a fair price. — 9 months ago

Ted

9.3

Digging this watching the final 4. Really good stuff. — 3 years ago

Sharon Ambrose

9.1

Light enough for fish yet heavy enough for duck — 4 years ago

Josh Morgenthau

9.4

Great sauv blanc. Beguiling honeysuckle and green tropical fruit, pear, kiwi. Very generous, comparatively round and textured for Sancerre but still high acid. This will age well.

Unsurprisingly, even better on day 2. A riot of fruit aroma.

9.2-9.4 over a few days. — 4 years ago

Kate

9.5

Easy drinking organic red — 6 years ago

Freddy R. Troya

8.9

Ropiteau – Bourgogne Chardonnay – 2024
Bourgogne AOC – Burgundy – France 🇫🇷

Overview
A regional Bourgogne Chardonnay that highlights the accessible and versatile side of Burgundy. Crafted to be approachable, clean, and easygoing, this wine reflects the broader regional style, fresh, balanced, and unfussy, without the intensity of village-level expressions.

Aromas & Flavors
Light citrus, green apple, and subtle orchard fruit, with a gentle hint of floral tones. Straightforward and clean, without heavy oak influence.

Mouthfeel
Light to light-plus body with moderate acidity. Smooth, approachable, and easy on the palate, offering a soft and balanced finish without sharp edges.

Food Pairings
Grilled chicken, light pasta dishes, soft cheeses, salads, or casual appetizers. Also works effortlessly as a standalone sipper.

Verdict
A simple yet well-executed Chardonnay that delivers exactly what it promises, clean, approachable, and versatile. Not about complexity, but about everyday enjoyment and wide appeal.

Did You Know?
“Bourgogne” AOC wines can source grapes from across the entire Burgundy region, making them ideal entry points to understand the house style before stepping into village or Premier Cru wines.

🍷 Personal Pick
A perfect “anytime Chardonnay”, easy to enjoy, easy to pair, and a reminder that not every Burgundy needs to be complex to be satisfying. — 3 months ago

Herb Listen

9.4

London Thanksgiving with Cheryl. Love this burgundy. At the 45 Park Lane at CUT. Wolfgang Puck restaurant — 8 months ago

Pinotman /// Andreas

9.1

Just OK on day one. After 2 days on my Argon line. Cardamom, Allspice, forest notes, tannins integrated, black tea, orange rind and dark cherries. I prefer the Suchots from the same vintage. Over all i don’t think that Pascal Marchand did a good job in 2010. I am surprised that he did not better with Grand Cru fruit in a good vintage. May be picked too early? 13% . — 3 years ago

PS Michaels

9.5

Bottle 251/570. Wowza!!!! — 3 years ago

Joseph Gannon

9.5

super cool and different white, pounded it with grilled oysters with hot sauce/tarragon butter — 4 years ago

with Brooke

Jean-Phillippe Landry

9.1

Excellent! — 6 years ago

Kevin Løk

9.4

Fresh blackberries and currants. Fucking great! — 7 years ago