{"title":"Château Figeac","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"2018-chateau-figeac-saint-emilion","title":"2018, Château Figeac, SAINT-ÉMILION","description":"\u003cp\u003eBordeaux Blend: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 2018 Figeac is a regal, aristocratic Saint-Émilion. Vertical in feel, Figeac possesses stunning energy and vibrancy right out of the gate. Dark cherry, plum, mocha, liquorice, rose petal and spice all open with a bit of coaxing. Figeac is a bit restrained today, but it won't be an issue in another few years' time. Figeac is not an obvious wine, but it is superb. \u003cstrong\u003e98 Antonio Galloni, Vinous (2021).\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 2018 Figeac continues to not put a toe, let alone a foot, wrong under head winemaker Frédéric Faye. The bottle is closed initially, and in fact it was only the following morning that it began to unfold and reveal its true character. Quintessential Figeac on the nose, it offers blackberry, briar, pencil shavings courtesy of the Cabernet Sauvignon, and touch of terracotta. Beautifully defined, and has soaked up the 100% new oak. Lithe tannins render this more approachable than the Figeacs of yesteryear, yet it maintains the same DNA. Elegant and refined, it gently fans out with pure, slightly tertiary black fruit and traces of clove and bay leaf. To quote my conclusion from barrel, it is still \"cool, calm and collected\" on the finish. Divine. \u003cstrong\u003e97 Neal Martin, Vinous (2021).\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eI loved this en primeur, and it absolutely lives up to billing now that it is in bottle. It has put on a little weight through the mid palate, closed down further as you would expect at this point, but retains all the depth and texture of the black fruits, with the 2016 but there is a juicier, more succulent quality to the finish than the 2016 had at this stage, and I wouldn't be surprised if it turns out to be even better. Harvest ran from 17th September to 12th October, giving a yield of 39 hl\/ha (with 70% organic farming, 30% bio-control). 65% of the crop went into the grand vin. 3.7pH. \u003cstrong\u003e98 Jane Anson, Decanter.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis still exudes the freshness and exuberance that the wine had during the primeur stage with its scents of blackcurrant, raspberry, and crushed strawberry along with a delicate floral touch. The new oak is perfectly integrated while imparting a subtle smoky note. The attack is surprisingly creamy, announcing a full-bodied texture wrapped around perfectly polished tannins allied with fine-judged acidity that together provide thrust leading to a finish that is intense yet light-footed and infused with freshness. This is a truly remarkable wine that will surely develop an even more velvety mouthfeel in years to come. Bravo. \u003cstrong\u003e100 Yohan Castaing, Decanter. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 2018 Figeac is composed of 37% Merlot, 33% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Cabernet Franc, with a 3.7 pH and 14% alcohol. Deep garnet-purple in colour, it soars out of the glass with opening notes of freshly crushed red and black cherries, mulberries and ripe, juicy plums, followed by hints of violets, damp soil, cedar chest, crushed rocks and pencil shavings. The medium-bodied, elegantly styled palate features bags of freshness and exquisitely ripe, beautifully poised tannins to support the bright, energetic black and red fruit layers, finishing on a lingering fragrant earth note. This is absolutely recognisable as being cut from the same cloth as old-school Figeac, but all the recent vineyard and winemaking improvements have unveiled the beautifully ripe, intense, nuanced potential here. Bravo to managing director\/winemaker Frédéric Faye and his team! Although there is a lot to love about this wine right now, give it 5-6 years for the oak to fully integrate and the underlying perfume suggestions to emerge, then enjoy over the next 20-25 years or more. \u003cstrong\u003e97+ Lisa Perrotti-Brown, Wine Advocate.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDrinking Window: 2028 - 2058\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Peter Maude Fine Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40591946154144,"sku":"BX18-FIGE","price":598.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0515\/1889\/8336\/products\/1914_Image1.jpg?v=1628474034"},{"product_id":"2021-chateau-figeac-saint-emilion-1er-grand-cru-classe","title":"2021, Château Figeac, SAINT-ÉMILION, 1er Grand Cru Classé","description":"\u003cp\u003eBordeaux Blend: Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne of the great names and terroirs of Saint Emilion whose wines exude class and sophistication rather than raw power.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 2021 Figeac was picked from September 21 until October 19 and matured, as usual, in 100% new oak. It has a very pure, elegant bouquet, the Cabernet Sauvignon imparting subtle pencil lead notes, blackberry and briar, almost understated at first but gaining vigour with aeration. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, a fine bead of acidity and just the right amount of sapidity. There is unerring symmetry about this Figeac, which is extremely focused yet unconcerned about showing off. There is lovely piquancy on the finish. Unequivocally one the finest Right Bank wines in 2021. Frédéric Faye continues to guide Figeac to the pinnacle of the appellation. 95-97 Neal Martin.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOne of the highlights of the vintage on the Right Bank, the 2021 Figeac is a blend of 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Cabernet Franc and 29% Merlot, and the fruit of a harvest that lasted a full month, with each parcel picked at optimal maturity. Offering up aromas of blackberries, cassis, rose petals, violets, cigar wrapper and sweet soil tones, it's medium to full-bodied, supple and seamless, its velvety attack segueing into a deep, layered core of beautifully vibrant fruit, concluding with a long, saline finish. The first vintage vinified in Figeac's new winery, it's a resounding success for administrator Frédéric Faye and his team. 94-97 William Kelley, Wine Advocate.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLovely aromatics right off the bat, good spice, white peppers, touches of savoury cassis. This 71% mix of the two Cabernets is the highest ever at Figeac, and you feel it in this savoury, rosebud, leafy character to the palate, brilliantly handled and one of the wines of the vintage. This delivers careful balance, sculpted fruits, with a juicy finish. Tasted twice, excellent quality. 97 Jane Anson.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA red with lots of dark-fruit, graphite and tar aromas and flavours. It’s medium-bodied and very integrated with firm, polished tannins and a long finish. Racy and compact. Silky texture. 94-95 James Suckling\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Peter Maude Fine Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42324208550048,"sku":"BX21-FIGE","price":425.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0515\/1889\/8336\/products\/peter-maude-fine-wines-france-new-zealand-right-bank-chateau-figeac-saint-emilion_7dd40d9e-3f30-40e2-9169-3abbfc94552e.jpg?v=1658185826"},{"product_id":"2022-chateau-figeac-saint-emilion-1er-grand-cru-classe","title":"2022, Château Figeac, SAINT-ÉMILION, 1er Grand Cru Classé","description":"\u003cp\u003eBordeaux Blend: Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne of the great names and terroirs of Saint Emilion whose wines exude class and sophistication rather than raw power. There have been some serious improvements here recently under winemaker Frédéric Faye. Stunning wines in recent vintages make Figeac one of the hottest properties in Bordeaux. Figeac was recently promoted to Premier Grand Cru Classe \"A\" first growth status. 2022 blend is 35% Merlot, 34% Cabernet Franc and 31% Cabernet Sauvignon\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe 2022 Figeac is a brilliant wine\u003c\/strong\u003e with which to celebrate this property's elevation to Premier Grand Cru Classé \"A\" status. Wafting from the glass with aromas of raspberries and cassis mingled with notions of iris, forest floor, cigar wrapper and pencil lead, it's medium to full-bodied, \u003cstrong\u003epure and perfumed, with a deep and multidimensional core of fruit, bright acids and beautifully refined tannins. \u003c\/strong\u003eSerious yet civilized, it's the quintessential Figeac, testament to the late Thierry Manoncourt's vision to plant such a large proportion of Cabernet, and on drought-resistant rootstocks. Such is the inherent complexity of Figeac's terroirs that harvest took place sub-block by sub-block between September 1st and 25th. Congratulations are in order for the Manoncourt family, director Frédéric Faye, consulting winemaker Thomas Duclos and all their team. \u003cstrong\u003e98-100\u003c\/strong\u003e William Kelley, Wine Advocate.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 2022 Figeac combines both Left Bank and Right Bank traits due to its blend (as usual), but this year leans more to the Right Bank despite a slightly lower contribution of Cabernet Sauvignon. It is very well defined, fresh and shows lively black fruit, incense and nuanced Chinese tea aromas. The palate is \u003cstrong\u003ebeautifully balanced with a lightly spiced entry\u003c\/strong\u003e, fine depth and with plenty of concentration counterbalanced by finesse toward the graphite-infused finish. \u003cstrong\u003eIts saline aftertaste beckons you back for another sip.\u003c\/strong\u003e An appropriate way to start your tenure as a Grand Cru Classé \"A\". \u003cstrong\u003e97-99\u003c\/strong\u003e Neal Martin, Vinous.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVibrant damson in colour, edges of gunsmoke and red rose petals on the aromatics, as you so often find in Figeac, with dense cassis, black cherry, incense, graphite, slate, mint leaf, cocoa bean, cappucino and liquorice on the palate. This is creamy but airy, and \u003cstrong\u003efull of joy\u003c\/strong\u003e. Close to the 2016 vintage in its construction and\u003cstrong\u003e effortless confidence, no question of the ageing ability of this wine,\u003c\/strong\u003e and a fine vintage to mark the first year as Premier Grand Cru Classé A. Breaking down how they got here, you find inevitably careful winemaking with no pumping over, cool 26C for fermentation, making use of techniques learnt in the hot, dry summer of 2018, from cover crops to minimum green harvesting. \u003cstrong\u003e98\u003c\/strong\u003e Jane Anson.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is the earliest ever harvest for Figeac and the fruit is something else. Flowers such as violets. Blackberries. Currants. Cherry blossom. 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There have been some serious improvements here recently under winemaker Frédéric Faye. Stunning wines in recent vintages make Figeac one of the hottest properties in Bordeaux. An incredible new winery was completed here in 2021 and - at last - Figeac was promoted to Premier Grand Cru Classe \"A\" first growth status. The 2024 Figeac is made from 33% Merlot, 28% Cabernet Franc and 39% Cabernet Sauvignon. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDeep garnet-purple coloured, the 2024 Figeac opens with classic notes of cassis, kirsch, pencil shavings, and violets, leading to nuances of mint tea and underbrush. The medium-bodied palate is dense with tightly wound black and red berry flavours, framed by firm, fine-grained tannins and wonderful tension, finishing very long. \u003cstrong\u003eAn absolute triumph in this vintage\u003c\/strong\u003e. Tasted twice with consistent score and notes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96-98\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eLisa Perrotti-Brown MW.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSilky and aromatic, with velvety tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e, the 2024 Figeac is sublime. Floral and savoury aromatics meld into a core of blue\/purplish fruit, spice, liquorice, lavender and menthol. All the elements are so well balanced. Not surprisingly, the 2024 is a very Cabernet-driven Figeac. Tasted twice. 2034-2054.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93-96\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eAntonio Galloni, Vinous.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 Figeac is a lovely classic, wafting from the glass with aromas of blackcurrants, minty berries, liquorice and pencil shavings, deftly framed by new oak. Medium to full-bodied, layered and velvety, with good depth at the core, powdery tannins and a suave, seamless profile. A \u003cstrong\u003ecompelling wine \u003c\/strong\u003edespite the challenging conditions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93-95 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWilliam Kelley, Wine Advocate.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVivid plum and ruby colour, clear ripe raspberry and damson fruits, sappy quality, fine tannins. The Cabernet Franc slowly unfurls its floral waves, violets and iris, with white flowers, savoury black fruits, good energy and length. 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Medium to full-bodied, dense and deep, with terrific concentration, sweet tannins, bright acids and a long, penetrating finish, this integrated and balanced Figeac is a serious wine, built for the long haul.  \u003cstrong\u003e97-99\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eWilliam Kelley, Wine Advocate.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInky colour with violet reflections, swirling cooca bean and espresso, blood orange, baked plum, blueberry, blackberries, chalky tannins, palma violets, peony, iris flowers, slate-strewn tannic architecture, \u003cstrong\u003eintense and concentrated, great stuff \u003c\/strong\u003ewith clear ageing potential. 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