Overview
The Château Figeac Premier Grand Cru Classé B stands as the pinnacle of the estate’s recent renaissance, marking its finest vintage to date. Rooted in meticulous terroir study and innovative vineyard practices such as year-round cover cropping, this wine epitomises Figeac’s commitment to precision and quality. Deeply concentrated and harmoniously structured, the vintage highlights the estate’s unique identity within Saint-Émilion, offering an elegant yet powerful expression destined for long-term ageing and admiration.
Tasting Notes
The bouquet is richly layered with vibrant aromas of blackberries, raspberries, cigar wrapper, pencil shavings, licorice, and black truffles. Medium to full-bodied, the palate reveals a sophisticated and sapid profile, characterised by lively acidity and exquisitely refined tannins. This complex and deeply nuanced wine captures the essence of Figeac’s terroir, delivering a seamless balance of power and finesse, underscored by an elevated sense of precision and elegance.
Accolades
- 100 Points (Robert Parker, Wine Advocate)
- 98 Points (Jeb Dunnuck)
- 96 Points (Wine Spectator)