{"product_id":"chateau-figeac-2017","title":"Chateau Figeac 2017","description":"\u003cp\u003eWith its pedigree style, Chateau Figeac epitomizes the elegance of the great wines of Bordeaux. Its unique style gradually shows through and develops over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points - Wine Spectator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThis starts slowly, with black tea and sunbaked loam aromas leading off, followed by a deep well of black currant, fig and blackberry preserve flavours that form the core. From there, iron and espresso cream threads line the finish, where the fruit drips slowly and the aromas linger seductively. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Best from 2024 through 2042.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points - James Suckling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a dense and layered red with blackberries, blueberries and hints of hazelnuts. Full-bodied, very tight and focused. Impressive young tannins. Velvety texture. Very pretty to taste. Juicy and delicious.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eProduction was down by half this year, only producing 55,000 bottles. Made from 43% Cabernet Sauvignon, 47% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc, the deep garnet-purple coloured 2017 Figeac gives up expressive notes of black cherries, plum preserves, black raspberries and kirsch, giving way to hints of dried leaves, cinnamon toast and warm cassis plus a waft of lavender. Medium-bodied, the palate has wonderful vibrancy with a refreshing line cutting through the crunchy black fruits and a firm, finely grained frame, finishing long and spicy.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points - Wine Enthusiast\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cabernets, both Sauvignon and Franc, have produced a wine that is structured and firm, with plenty of backbone as well as fruit and acidity. It will be a juicy, rich wine that is sure to age well. The aftertaste is ripe and fruity. Drink from 2024.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points - Jeb Dunnuck\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe grand vin is the 2017 Figeac, which was made only from first-generation grapes and is 47% Cabernet Sauvignon, 43% Merlot, and only 10% Cabernet Franc that was brought up in new French oak. It offers a beautiful bouquet of creme de cassis, tobacco, violets, and tobacco, with a touch of forest floor and earth. Made in a pure, elegant, medium-bodied style, it's beautifully textured, seamless and elegant, with silky tannins and a solid spine of acidity. It's going to be drinkable in 4-5 years and cruise for 15-20 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points - Decanter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eAn estate that saw a heavy frost, losing 55% of the crop and achieving yields of 22hl\/ha, but has managed to deliver a lovely wine that majors on elegance, and that emphasizes the Cabernet over Merlot character to good effect. Not the intensity of 2015, 2016, 2018, but hard to disagree with the pleasure, confidence and poise of the wine. Firm tannins also, and the most gorgeous hint of cold ash and woodsmoke curling out of the glass, this will continue to develop and deepen over the next decade and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZYN THE WINE MARKET LTD.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48347334410452,"sku":"136975","price":739.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/7645\/6404\/files\/Figeac_c2c65b7c-06ed-4f47-b6f1-23710bf4f5d0.jpg?v=1784766856","url":"https:\/\/borderlinebottles.ca\/products\/chateau-figeac-2017","provider":"Borderline Bottles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}