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The 2023 from Figeac is extraordinary. Bright cherry and pomegranate leap out of the glass, followed by juicy plum and strawberry. It’s driven by minerality on the palate with a mouth-watering, saline finish, along with faint herbal undertones of tarragon and fresh thyme. The tannins are already so fine and mouth-coating; this already has such finesse and elegance. It will be fascinating to see how it develops with time. It has 13.5% alcohol and 3.68pH. Blend: 41% Merlot, 32% Cabernet Franc, 27% Cabernet Sauvignon
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James Suckling
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Cassis, graphite, liquid violets, and scorched earth all emerge from the 2023 Château Figeac, a gorgeous, seamless, layered, classic 2023. Based on 41% Merlot, 32% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 27% Cabernet Franc and aged 16-18 months in new barrels, it has a tighter, more focused style due to the higher Cabernet percentage. Concentrated and medium to full-bodied on the palate, it has a pure, focused mouthfeel, ripe tannins, and a great finish. Hide bottles for 5-7 years and enjoy over the following two decades. Drink 2031-2053.
The 2023 Figeac is outrageously great. Dark, layered and explosive in the glass, the 2023 possesses mind-blowing intensity and pure power. Hints of lavender, crème de cassis, sage, menthol, spice box and pipe tobacco soar from the glass. Brisk acids and vibrant saline notes frame the close. All the elements are so artfully woven together. Absolutely nothing is out of place. Figeac is very clearly one of the wines of the vintage, The 2023 is also one of the finest wines ever made here. Merlots were picked starting September 6, while the Cabernets were harvested from September 26 to October 5, a very late finish. General Manager Frédéric Faye and his team turned out an extraordinary wine. Tasted two times.
The 2023 Figeac was bottled in March 2025, a month earlier than usual, with no fining this vintage. This bides its time in the glass, gradually opening with raspberry, dark cherries, light pencil shavings and crushed stone scents. With time, it becomes more floral in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied, with sweet red cherry and wild strawberry notes on the entry, quite spicy with white and black pepper notes. Quite long on the velvety finish, this is a classy Figeac that will drink sooner than the previous vintage, but it is still a classy offering.
About the producer
Sitting on the border with Pomerol, Ch. Figeac is a distinguished Saint-Emilion estate that produces some of the region's most sought-after wines. As of 2022, it is officially classified as a Premier Grand Cru Classé A, one of the appellation's top estates along with Ch. Pavie.