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2024 Ch Figeac 1er Grand Cru Classé A St Emilion - 6x75cl
  • Colour Red
  • Producer Château Figeac
  • Region St Emilion
  • Grape Cabernet Franc / Cabernet Sauvignon / Merlot
  • Drinking 2030 - 2056
  • Case size 6x75cl
  • Available En Primeur

2024 - Ch Figeac 1er Grand Cru Classé A St Emilion - 6x75cl

  • Colour Red
  • Producer Château Figeac
  • Region St Emilion
  • Grape Cabernet Franc / Cabernet Sauvignon / Merlot
  • Drinking 2030 - 2056
  • Case size 6x75cl
  • Available En Primeur
Case price: £670 – £805
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  • Goedhuis Waddesdon, April 2025, Score: 94-96

    With almost equal parts of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, this embodies the very best of each variety in 2024. Opening flamboyantly with bilberry, mulberry and plummy Merlot flavours, which carry though into the secondary succulent juiciness. As the wine unfurls on the palate, we see the structural architecture from the Cabernet Sauvignon and its savoury intent, with dark energetic flavours of cassis and graphite and a long creamy finish.

  • Neal Martin, April 2025, Score: 93-95

    The 2024 Figeac was picked September 20 to October 5 at 31 hl/ha after sorting, as the natural yield was 36 hl/ha. The château sacrificed 21% of the crop (which I witnessed first-hand when I called in during harvest and toured the reception) and it matured entirely in new oak with 8% vin de presse. That wood is neatly assimilated on the nose with blackberry, raspberry and light pine resin scents, all fashioned with wonderful delineation. Later, a hint of wilted rose petal emerges from the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins and a keen line of acidity. This is very elegant and classical Figeac in style. There is a little more linearity, but this feels quite effortless overall. Its buvabilité is perhaps higher than other vintages, even if the likes of the 2020 or 2022 might have longer legs. This becomes spicier with aeration, which seems to prolong the finish, especially on my second visit toward the end of my tastings.

  • Wine Advocate, April 2025, Score: 93-95

    The 2024 Figeac is a lovely classic, wafting from the glass with aromas of blackcurrants, minty berries, licorice 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, it's a blend of 33% Merlot, 28% Cabernet Franc and 39% Cabernet Sauvignon that attained 12.7% alcohol. Figeac was one of those estates that took the risk of waiting to harvest, rejecting just over 20% of the crop in the sorting process to produce a compelling wine despite the challenging conditions.

  • Antonio Galloni, April 2025, Score: 93-96

    Silky and aromatic, with velvety tannins, the 2024 Figeac is sublime. Floral and savory aromatics meld into a core of blue/purplish fruit, spice, licorice, lavender and menthol. All the elements are so well balanced. The blend is 39% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Merlot and 28% Cabernet Franc, with 8% press wines. Not surprisingly, the 2024 is a very Cabernet-driven Figeac. Production is 60,000 bottles, or 50% of normal, because of low yields and further selection in the cellar. Tasted two times.

  • James Suckling, May 2025, Score: 94-95

    This is very refined with lovely tannins and freshness. Medium-bodied, it has a savory, juicy undertone and a satisfying finish. Some chocolate. A blend of 39% cabernet sauvignon, 33% merlot and 28% cabernet franc.

  • Jancis Robinson, April 2025, Score: 17

    Spicy nose with a touch of vanilla oak. Lots of freshness. Sweet middle then structure and length, so confirmed Figeac character. Less depth but lovely touch of tannin. Should age and improve given the percentage of Cabernet. (JL)

  • Goedhuis Waddesdon, April 2025, Score: 94-96

    With almost equal parts of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, this embodies the very best of each variety in 2024. Opening flamboyantly with bilberry, mulberry and plummy Merlot flavours, which carry though into the secondary succulent juiciness. As the wine unfurls on the palate, we see the structural architecture from the Cabernet Sauvignon and its savoury intent, with dark energetic flavours of cassis and graphite and a long creamy finish.

  • Jane Anson, April 2025, Score: 95

    Vivid 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. Figeac has shown over and over again that it can deliver wines that succeed and delight in many different kinds of vintage conditions, and it is an estate to have confidence in. 31hl/ha yield, 100% new oak, 8% press, 3.66pH. 31hl/ha yield. They deleafed on both sides for the first time since technical director Romain Jean-Pierre arrived 13 years ago. Harvest September 20 to October 5.

Producer

Château Figeac

Château Figeac has had a chequered history. In the 19th century, its owner went bankrupt and it wasbroken up into various parts - some attaching themselves to Beauregard and La Conseillante.Another part became La Tour Figeac, which was later divided again creating La Tour du Pin Figeac.Luckily, 40 hectares of this once vast estate were able to cling together forming the parameters of one of St Emilion's most recognisable ch...Read more

Château Figeac has had a chequered history. In the 19th century, its owner went bankrupt and it wasbroken up into various parts - some attaching themselves to Beauregard and La Conseillante.Another part became La Tour Figeac, which was later divided again creating La Tour du Pin Figeac.Luckily, 40 hectares of this once vast estate were able to cling together forming the parameters of one of St Emilion's most recognisable châteaux. Figeac is known to be almost Médoc-like with itssavoury and pensive character.Read less

Region

St Emilion

South of Pomerol lies the medieval, perched village of St Emilion. Surrounding St Emilion are vines that produce round, rich and often hedonistic wines. Despite a myriad of soil types, two main ones dominate - the gravelly, limestone slopes that delve down to the valley from the plateau and the valley itself which is comprised of limestone, gravel, clay and sand. Despite St Emilion's popularity today, it was not until the 1980s to early 1990s that attention was brought to this region. Robert Parker, the famous wine critic, began reviewing their Merlot-dominated wines and giving them hefty scores. The rest is history as they say. Similar to the Médoc, there is a classification system in place which dates from 1955 and outlines several levels of quality. These include its regional appellation of St Emilion, St Emilion Grand Cru, St Emilion Grand Cru Classé and St Emilion Premier Grand Cru Classé, which is further divided into "A" (Ausone and Cheval Blanc) and "B" (including Angélus, Canon, Figeac and a handful of others). To ensure better accuracy, the classification is redone every 10 years enabling certain châteaux to be upgraded or downgraded depending on on the quality of their more recent vintages.