2022 Chateau Figeac, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru, Bottle (750ml)

RP100 "The 2022 Figeac is one of the wines of the vintage. Unfurling in the glass with a deep and complex bouquet of dark berries and cassis mingled with hints of violet, pencil lead, mint and cigar wrapper, it's medium to full-bodied, dense and concentrated, with striking intensity and sweetness of fruit married with unerring precision and energy, concluding with a long, penetrating finish. Abundant but exquisitely filigreed tannins lend a sense of classicism and proportion to a wine that might otherwise be flamboyant. As I wrote from barrel, 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. Could the result be a contemporary version of the estate's magical 1949?" WK for TWA Mar 2025

JD100 "An absolute legend of a wine, the 2022 Château Figeac is based on 35% Merlot, 34% Cabernet Franc, and 31% Cabernet Sauvignon that saw malolactic in barrel and 18 months in new barrels. This deep purple-hued beauty offers incredible cassis, spring flowers, crushed stone, graphite, and subtle tobacco notes to go with a full-bodied, ultra-pure, fine, seamless style on the palate. It's so rare to find a wine that can deliver this level of richness and intensity with no sensation of weight, as well as an incredible sense of finesse and elegance" JD Feb. 2025

AM100 "The 2022 vintage once again cements the legendary legacy of Château Figeac through its hallmark blending artistry. Typically, wineries that upgrade their winemaking facilities need time to adjust, but Château Figeac has achieved a seamless transition. To me, this wine is like a dazzling diamond, refracting the purest fruit aromas into radiant brilliance. Waves of bayberry and jujube flood the palate, leaving behind the rich allure of toffee in the finish. Its velvety tannins are exceptional, delivering a dense and plush texture without a single unnecessary embellishment. High-alcohol vintages often carry a hint of heat, but even with a magnifying glass, you won’t find a trace of it here. The 2022 Figeac combines the concentration of 2005, the luminosity of 2019, and the enigmatic allure of 2016. With time, it may well become the greatest vintage in Château Figeac’s history. Encountering this wine is a rare privilege—embrace it, cherish it, and let it take you on an unforgettable journey of enjoyment." AMa Nov 2024