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2010 Chateau Figeac

By Chateau Figeac

2010 Chateau Figeac from Chateau Figeac, Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux

In the hallowed grounds of Bordeaux, a wine must not simply be outstanding; it must captivate and enthral at every sensory engagement. The 2010 Chateau Figeac from Chateau Figeac rises magnificently to this challenge, brandishing its lineage with a vigour that bears testament to the exceptional conditions reigning over Saint-Émilion in that year.

 

A Vintage of Vigour and Virtue

The finest vintages are those which coax the quintessence of terroir into the bottle, a combination of alchemy and reverence. The 2010 vintage was such an occasion, with an ideal sequence of climate conditions. A cold winter gave way to a perfectly tempered spring, followed by a notably dry and sunny summer, creating the canvas for an extraordinary harvest. The resulting vintage is adorned with a structural integrity that fulfills every criterion sought by fine wine investors and connoisseurs alike.

 

The Essence of Elegance

To indulge in the 2010 Chateau Figeac is to experience a symphony where each sip offers a novel discovery. Ribbons of ripe, dark fruit intertwine with whispers of truffle and cedar. This is a wine of impressive balance—an expression of merlot's plushness subtly framed by the cabernet's sauvignon structure and lifted by cabernet franc's finesse. In the glass, the wine glows with a deep ruby hue, suggesting both the resilience and grace of this particular vintage.

For the savvy investor, acquiring bottles or cases of 2010 Chateau Figeac encapsulates more than an addition to one’s portfolio; it represents both historical preservation and future promise. Time has shown it matures not with impatience but with wisdom; its complexities unraveling like the finest prose on aged parchment.

As one who has had the privilege to traverse through myriad vintages from this noble château, I assert that the 2010 triumphs as a hallmark within their extensive repertoire. Savvy connoisseurs should note its potential for both cellar adornment and admirable returns. It narrates the story of its exceptional year without interruption – each glass a chapter reflecting the harmony between man, vine, and those ever-gifted Saint-Émilion soils.

Current market price

£2,480.00

12x75cl

Highest score

97

POP score

145.88

Scores and tasting notes

97

Deep garnet colored, the 2010 Figeac bursts from the glass with gregarious scents of baked blueberries, black cherry compote and chocolate box with hints of camphor, pencil lead and iron ore. Medium to full-bodied, the palate has beautifully ripe, velvety tannins and bold freshness supporting the generous fruit, finishing long and layered.

Lisa Perrotti-Brown - The Wine Advocate, 5 March 2020

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