Producer Notes
Figeac have set themselves apart from the crowd with a blend that, unlike their neighbours, includes a high proportion of Cabernet Sauvignon: Merlot 30%, Cabernet Franc 35%, Cabernet Sauvignon 35%. Some argue against the blend but the wines loyal following and consistently high scores say otherwise.
The wine is rich and concentrated with exceptional finesse and an acidity that lends itself to ageing. It is not a wine to be drunk young as it can come across as austere but with age it can rival Cheval Blanc in good years.
They also produce a second wine, Le Petit Figeac.
Vintage Notes
2003 was an above average vintage in Saint-Emilion
2003 was a good but short-lived vintage in Bordeaux
Other 2003 Saint-Emilion
2003 Le Petit Cheval: ยฃ110
2003 Chateau Belair Saint-Emilion (150cl): ยฃ135
Other vintages of Chateau Figeac
2006: ยฃ305
2008: ยฃ220
2011: ยฃ245
2012: ยฃ180
2013 (in Magnum): ยฃ340
2015: ยฃ230
2016: ยฃ220
2018: ยฃ225
2019: ยฃ205
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