Château Figeac - 1er G.C.C. | St. Emilion G.C.
Red wine | France, ST. EMILION | 2016
The wine exhibits a deep, black cherry colour with purple-red glints. The nose shows finesse and opens out to reveal black fruit aromas, indicating perfectly controlled ripeness in the grapes. On swirling, seductive wild berry fruit hints (crushed blackberry and blueberry) appear, subtly mingling with spicy notes (ginger) and cedar-wood, with very elegant floral touches coming through. The palate is structured, with a fresh and unctuous a ack. It is rich in stylish tannins that envelop the mouth, with a hint of graphite that fully conveys the mineral expression of Figeac’s gravel outcrops. The texture is precise, and the balance is outstanding. The fruit is crisp and juicy and gives flesh to a complex pale e of flavours built around freshness and hedonis c pleasure. The finish is powerful and long with explosive intensity. A thing of beauty!
€305.82
252.74
excl. VAT
Specifications
Serving temperature
15-18° C
Year
2016
Type
Red wine
Country
France
Vintage
2016
Storage (years)
> 10
Volume
0.75
Grape & craft
Region
ST. EMILION
Grape varieties
Cabernet Franc (26%), Cabernet Sauvignon (38%), Merlot (36%)
Viticulture
Traditional
Vinification
Average age of the vines is 35 years with the Merlot vines being the oldest one in production. They were planted in 1921. The grapes were harvested by hand from 23rd of September to 10th of October 2016. Traditional and intra-plot vinification using
a gravity-feed process and sustainable viticulture. Maturation for 15 to 18 months in 100% new oak barrels. Total production of approximately 120.000 bottles per year.
Flavour profile
Food pairing
Entrecote, Game, Game - boar, ragout, Ragout
