Description
Chateau Figeac is not an old Bordeaux vineyard. Figeac is an ancient Bordeaux vineyard! In fact, the genesis of the estate can be dated as far back as the second century during the ancient Gallo-Roman period. The vineyards of Chateau Figeac are planted to different proportions from what you can find in any other Saint Emilion vineyard, and in all of Bordeaux as well. In part, this has a lot to do with the unique fine, gravel based soils. This terroir is uncommon in the Right Bank with its gravel, quartz, iron, clay and sand soils. The 42 hectare vineyard of Chateau Figeac is planted to 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Cabernet Franc and 30% Merlot. The increase in the Cabernet Sauvignon marks a change in the vineyard.
Tasting notes
“The 2015 Figeac oozes class on the nose. This has similar scents as before, with predominantly red berry fruit intermixed with potpourri, crushed rose petals and a hint of blood orange. There is so much tension and precision here. The oak is seamlessly integrated. The palate is medium-bodied, taut and fresh, with impressive salinity. It’s firm in structure thanks to the Cabernet components and this is sapid and almost Médocian toward the finish. Again, this is one of the standouts from the Right Bank. ”
[97/100 Points, Neal Martin, February 2025, www.vinous.com]
