2006 Château Figeac, St Emilion, Bordeaux
Red • Dry • Full Bodied
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Code: 20061200750001009769
Description
With a higher proportion of Cabernet varieties (66%) than any other St Emilion property, an elegant, structured style and a classic, grand château, Ch. Figeac is justifiably known as the 'Médoc of St Emilion'. The dense, perfumed nose is rich and beguiling but the palate is far more restrained; very stylish with a good concentration of taut, elegant, black cherry fruit with tobacco and coffee hints, and lovely balance. The firm tannins and fresh acidity should ensure a long and delicious future for this very fine Figeac.
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Colour
Red -
Sweetness
Dry -
Vintage
2006 -
Alcohol
13.5% -
Body
Full Bodied -
Producer
Château Figeac
Critics reviews
Neal Martin
91/100
Tasted at the Château Figeac vertical at the property. The 2006 Figeac is a success for what was a modest Right Bank vintage. The Cabernet Sauvignon is most expressive on the nose at the moment, reserved but nicely defined with pencil lead and light ferrous scents emerging. The palate is medium-bodied with a dash of pepper on the entry. This is youthful but approachable, not long in the mouth, but cool, calm and collected. This is a fine Figeac destined to give a couple of decades' worth of pleasure. Tasted June 2015.
Neal Martin, Vinous.com (August 2016)
Robert Parker
90/100
This elegant, precocious, surprisingly soft, up-front-styled St.-Emilion possesses a dark ruby/purple color as well as sweet aromas of menthol, fruitcake, cherries, and black currants. Round and medium-bodied with silky tannins and a sensual, evolved, precocious style, it can be enjoyed over the next 10-14 years.
Robert Parker, Wine Advocate (February 2009)
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