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. — 2 months ago

Cristiano Humberto Naves de Freitas Azevedo

8.9

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

Heidi Bros

9.1

Very good after decanting it — 4 years ago

Paulo Saliby

9.1

Tropical pineapple and apple infusion. Lithe and mineral. Very elegant and pleasant. — 5 years ago

Tim Martins

9.5

Part of our stash we brought back from Burgundy. Soft, elegant Chardonnay. — 6 years ago

with Karen

Pat Carroll

10

Rich, warm, medium/full body. Floral, honey, apple and pear. An all time fav. — 7 years ago

Marcus Pollack

9.2

This is quite good - both complex and food friendly. Hazelnut and brioche on the nose, with some citrus peel. Green apple and palate cleansing acidity, with a long saline finish. — 8 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

James Weingarten

9.4

Delicious balance. Oak and fruit. Lovely. Lively. — 3 years ago

Sipping Fine Wine

8.9

Pale lemon with aromas of citrus, stone fruits and honey floral notes. On the palate flavors of apple, melon and lemon citrus with notes of honey and spice. Medium+ finish, vivid acidity and ends with mineral spice. Nice! — 4 years ago

Arnold Ha

9.2

Lots of oak, maybe a bit more age would help. Light honey color — 6 years ago

with Melody

Byron C Mayes

8.9

Clear, dark ruby purple. Shy nose of dark black cherry and other dark berries. Medium-bodied palate gives dark berries, black tea, light balsam, and a slight mineral element. Fine, medium plus tannins from entry to finish and bright, medium plus acidity make this a winner with a wide variety of foods. Salmon and roasted chicken were my first, and it performed stunningly. Approaches Burgundy in style and depth, but a real value at $15. Drink now through 2022. — 7 years ago

Gunja Gargeshwari

8.9

Interesting - very delicate - good with Brie. — 8 years ago

with Amit and Jason

Manrique

9.1

TW. Very smooth and with character. — 2 years ago

Meagan Bright

9.0

A little on the dry side. Not much scent. Light fruit flavor. Very drinkable though — 2 years ago

Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego

9.1

1976 vintage. Suspect and completely saturated aging cork. Decanted for giggles. Color definitely yellow but not golden. No sed but rationalized the juice needing space to spread wings. Medium body. Surprisingly, still viable acidity. Big, initial hazelnut component got next chapter religion and morphed into macadamia nut after 45 mins. Some marzipan on the ripe finish. 10.14.23. — 3 years ago

Louisa Scott

9.0

Light dry and not too sweet. — 4 years ago

Shawn R

9.5

Under the radar producer that makes wines that are so approachable right out the gate. Graphite, apple core and flint on the nose. Acid and fruit are well balanced throughout the entire palate. Has a finish that goes on for 45sec. — 6 years ago

Ryan Parker

10

Good body, light but deep. — 7 years ago

Wesley Smith

9.5

Wonderful finish, beautifully balanced. — 8 years ago

with Maya