Château Figeac 2016

Tasting Notes

The Story Behind This Wine

The 2016 vintage of Château Figeac represents a masterclass in Right Bank winemaking, perfectly leveraging its unique gunmetal gravel soils that mirror the elite terroirs of the Médoc. Unlike most neighboring estates, Figeac plants a commanding share of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, which in 2016 achieved stunning phenolic maturity under ideal growing conditions. Vinified in temperature-controlled oak vats and aged in fine French barrels, the resulting wine balances deep dark fruit concentration with an airy, mineral-driven freshness and aristocratic poise. On global fine wine exchanges, Figeac has experienced meteoric growth in liquidity and market valuation, cementing its status as a blue-chip collectible. Securing Château Figeac 2016 adds an elite, forward-thinking asset to a portfolio, delivering classic Bordeaux structure wrapped in Right Bank grace.

Historical Background

With origins dating back to the 2nd century, Figeac is the largest estate among the top echelon of Saint-Émilion, historically famous for dedicating an unusually high proportion of its vineyards to Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc.