{"product_id":"chateau-figeac-saint-emilion-premier-grand-cru-classe-2021","title":"Chateau Figeac Saint Emilion Premier Grand Cru Classe 2021","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine is it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eChateau Figeac is a red wine that embodies the elegance of Bordeaux. This \u003cstrong\u003eblend\u003c\/strong\u003e harmonises Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot, revealing vibrant aromas of cherries, blackcurrant and delicate hints of violet. On the palate, it offers a medium to full body with a silky texture, supported by \u003cstrong\u003eultra-refined tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e and fresh acidity. Its \u003cstrong\u003elong, mineral finish\u003c\/strong\u003e makes it ideal for pairing with intensely flavoured dishes, such as game or a succulent rack of lamb.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere does it come from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eChateau Figeac is the largest estate in Saint-Emilion, in the heart of Bordeaux. The Manoncourt family has managed its historic \u003cstrong\u003e40 hectares of vineyard\u003c\/strong\u003e since 1892, promoting viticulture based on \u003cstrong\u003erespect for biodiversity\u003c\/strong\u003e. This deep connection with the environment encourages the natural balance of the vines and an authentic expression of the terroir, ensuring grapes of the highest quality that give the wine a clear \u003cstrong\u003earomatic precision\u003c\/strong\u003e and a solid structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow is it produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFermentation takes place in \u003cstrong\u003estainless steel and oak vats\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing meticulous extraction that preserves the purity of the red fruits. The wine then matures for \u003cstrong\u003e18 months in new French oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e. This careful ageing process smooths the tannic texture, giving a velvety consistency and enriching the bouquet with notes of cedar, graphite and tobacco leaf. The result is a sip of aristocratic elegance, supported by the \u003cstrong\u003ebalanced power\u003c\/strong\u003e of its grape varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChâteau Figeac, the largest historic estate in the appellation, has belonged to the Manoncourt family since 1892, who carefully tend its 40 hectares of vineyards with full respect for biodiversity. This sublime \u003cstrong\u003eSaint-Émilion Premier Grand Cru Classé A\u003c\/strong\u003e expresses an unparalleled aristocratic elegance. In the 2021 vintage, the bold decision to delay the Cabernet Sauvignon harvest gave the wine a vibrant structure and \u003cstrong\u003eultra-refined tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing it to achieve \u003cstrong\u003e96 points from Robert Parker\u003c\/strong\u003e. A true oenological masterpiece, characterised by a long, mineral finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Chateau Figeac","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46076931113131,"sku":"59978","price":282.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/chateau-figeac-saint-emilion-premier-grand-cru-classe-2021_59978_1_e91dcb55-748d-4d74-a90e-33c1eed72211.webp?v=1773807201","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/products\/chateau-figeac-saint-emilion-premier-grand-cru-classe-2021","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}