Château-Figeac - Saint-Emilion Grand Cru - Red - 2009

Wine:

The 2009 Figeac is striking for its depth and brilliance. The nose opens with ripe dark fruit layered with noble cedar and a touch of floral elegance that speaks of real class. On the palate, it's sleek and vibrant, driven by silky tannins and exceptional freshness. Precision is the hallmark here — a wine that balances restrained power with remarkable finesse. A masterclass in classicism and grace, and now at its peak.

Vinification:

Hand harvested. Traditional vinification in wooden vats. Aged for 19 months in new French oak barrels.

Color:

Good intensity garnet red.

Nose:

A complex bouquet with notes of ripe black fruits and noble cedar, haloed with a floral touch.

Palate:

A wine of rare precision, combining power and finesse, with a slender, vibrant structure supported by silky tannins and remarkable freshness.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Grilled beef or lamb cuts, rabbit saddle with reduced jus, mature Saint-Nectaire cheese.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2035 and beyond for enthusiasts

Château-Figeac, Premier Grand Cru Classé A of Saint-Émilion, has no equal.
Its distinctive style captures the elegance and refinement that define the best of the appellation. Built on an unusual blend, Figeac leans heavily on Cabernet Franc, which brings remarkable freshness, length, and a refined, almost architectural precision.

People often say Figeac is the most Médoc-like wine in Saint-Émilion — and they’re not wrong. It’s strikingly charismatic, with a trademark clarity and structure. One taste and you immediately understand the magic of the place and what makes Figeac truly unique.