Château Figeac Saint-Émilion Grand Cru is a Premier Grand Cru Classé, a designation reserved for only the most exceptional wines from the Bordeaux region. This powerful and elegant blend of Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon offers intense aromas of ripe black cherry, cassis, and fresh herbs. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and richly concentrated, with layers of dark berry fruit, tobacco, and exotic spices. The tannins are velvety and the finish is long and complex. Enjoy this exceptional wine with grilled beef, game, or aged cheeses.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Château Figeac Saint-Émilion Grand Cru (Premier Grand Cru Classé) is a classic Bordeaux blend of Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon.With a deep ruby color and aromas of ripe red and black fruits, this wine is medium-bodied and elegant, with fine tannins and a long finish. Notes of cedar, blackberry, licorice, and tobacco are present. Balanced and complex, this is an excellent wine that will age gracefully for many years.
EXPERT RATING
4.8
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2050
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
No/Low
Very High
Intensity:
Intense
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Full
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
High
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (3)
Cabernet Franc
Cabernet Sauvignon
Merlot
ORIGINS
Winery: Château Figeac
Region: Bordeaux
Bordeaux is a renowned French wine region located in the southwest of the country, along the Atlantic coast. It is one of the world’s most famous and prestigious wine regions, renowned for its high-quality wines and centuries-old winemaking tradition.
The history of winemaking in Bordeaux dates back to the 8th century, when the region was first planted with vines. Over the centuries, the region has become renowned for its high-quality wines, and today it is one of the most important wine regions in the world.