Château Figeac – Premier Grand Cru Classé A
A Premier Grand Cru Classé A with a unique signature — combining power, refinement, and freshness.
A Historic Name in Bordeaux
Château Figeac is one of the most iconic estates in Saint-Émilion, a true monument on Bordeaux’s Right Bank with origins dating back to the Gallo-Roman era. Owned by the Manoncourt family since 1892, Figeac has always stood out for its singular identity. In 2022, the estate joined the exclusive circle of Premier Grand Cru Classé A, a recognition of its consistency, elegance, and long-term vision.
A Rare Terroir on the Right Bank
The 54-hectare vineyard, in a single block, lies on deep gravel soils over a clay-sandy subsoil — a rarity in Saint-Émilion. This unique geology gives the wines a straight, fresh, structured character, often reminiscent of Médoc crus.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Surface area | 54 ha (single block) |
| Grape varieties | 35% Cabernet Sauvignon · 35% Cabernet Franc · 30% Merlot |
| Ageing (Grand Vin) | 14–18 months in French oak barrels (100% new) |
| Annual production (total) | ≈ 100,000 bottles (Grand Vin + Second Vin) |
Viticulture & Winemaking
- Sustainable, precision viticulture with parcel-by-parcel management
- Fermentations in wood, stainless steel, and concrete vats, adapted to each parcel and variety
- Ageing for 14 to 18 months in barrels (100% new for the Grand Vin)
Style & Signature
- Nose: ripe black fruits, violet, cedar, graphite, gentle spice
- Palate: linear structure, remarkably fine tannins, mineral tension
- Finish: long, racy, elegant
| Cellaring potential | Exceptional (decades depending on vintage) |
Vintages to Follow
- 2016 — Classic, structured, vibrant energy, long ageing potential
- 2018 — Generous, ample, textured, remarkably precise
- 2020 — Vibrant, pure, saline, a luminous modern vintage
The Wines of the Estate
Château Figeac (Grand Vin)
The flagship wine — elegant, structured, and capable of evolving for decades.
Petit-Figeac (Second Wine)
Made from younger vines, it reflects the freshness and finesse of the Figeac style in a more approachable expression.
Why Choose Château Figeac?
- Premier Grand Cru Classé A status — a symbol of excellence
- Unique Cabernet-dominant blend
- Exceptional ageing potential
- Unfailing vintage quality
- A style that is racy, pure, and timeless
Key Figures
| Surface area | 54 ha |
| Grape varieties | 35% Cabernet Sauvignon · 35% Cabernet Franc · 30% Merlot |
| Ageing (Grand Vin) | 14–18 months, 100% new oak |
| Annual production | ≈ 100,000 bottles (total) |
| Reference vintages | 2016, 2018, 2020, 2010, 2005, 1998, 1990 |