History of Château Figeac
Château Figeac is one of the most emblematic estates in Saint-Émilion, with origins dating back to Gallo-Roman times. It has been owned by the Manoncourt family since the late 19th century and has played a key role in the modern evolution of Bordeaux’s great wines.
In 2022, it achieved the classification of Premier Grand Cru Classé A, the highest level in Saint-Émilion, recognizing decades of dedication to excellence and terroir expression.
The unique terroir of Saint-Émilion
The vineyard of Château Figeac is located in a unique area of Saint-Émilion, with deep gravel soils mixed with iron-rich clay—a rare composition on Bordeaux’s Right Bank.
This terroir allows Cabernet Sauvignon to play a leading role alongside Merlot and Cabernet Franc, which is highly distinctive in the region.
Grape varieties and winemaking style
The vineyard is planted mainly with Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Merlot in balanced proportions, providing structure, freshness, and aromatic complexity.
Winemaking focuses on precision and terroir expression, using careful techniques that respect the fruit and enhance the wine’s natural elegance.
A wine of great elegance and longevity
Château Figeac wines are known for their refined profile, with notes of black fruit, flowers, subtle spices, and mineral nuances.
They are highly balanced wines with fine tannins and a structure that allows them to evolve for decades in bottle.
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