Figeac 2013
CRITIC REVIEWS
Robert M. Parker, Jr.
The final blend, from yields of 36 hectoliters per hectare, is 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc. With an average alcohol of 13%, the wine is outstanding and probably, for me, the best Figeac in many a year - even though it is from a difficult vintage. A tribute to not only Madame Manoncourt, but to Jean-Valmy Nicolas and Michel Rolland. The wine is a dense ruby/purple with a beautiful nose of creme de cassis, cedar wood and a touch of tobacco leaf. The wine is medium-bodied and has opulence on the attack, after which tannins kick in. This exhibits good purity and far more texture and depth than about any recent Figeac has possessed. A wine that was over-cropped, picked underripe and simply a major underperformer for such a great terroir. It should drink well for 10-15 years.
James Lawther MW
Garnet hue. Quite impressive for the vintage. Lots of Cabernet Sauvignon so earthy, dark-fruit aromatics with a liquorice (oak) edge. Adequate rather than substantial fruit and structurally a fair amount of tannin. Touch dry on the finish. Difficult to project the future but its longevity could surprise. (JL)
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