Figeac St Emilion Gcc 2009

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Figeac
Label Name:
 
St Emilion Gcc
Vintage:
 
2009
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13.5%
Grape(s):
 
Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot
Acidity:
 
3
Tannins:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
5
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
Major scores: James Suckling 97, Wine Spectator 96, Wine Enthusiast 96, Jeb Dunnuck 95, Decanter 95–97, Robert Parker/Wine Advocate 94, Vinous 94. Drinking window commonly cited c. 2020–2040+

Tasting Note
Concentrated dark berry and cassis core with cedar, tobacco, violet and mineral notes. Firm ripe tannins, savory underbrush and spice; long, elegant finish with forest-floor complexity.

Food Pairing
Western: roast ribeye, braised short ribs, mushroom risotto, aged hard cheeses. Asian: Peking duck, char siu, Korean BBQ (bulgogi), soy-braised beef or beef rendang.

Production Method
Hand-harvested, parcel selection; fermentation in wood and stainless vats; malolactic in tanks; aged c.15–19 months in 100% new French oak barriques.

Vineyard Info
Historic estate owned by the Manoncourt family; ~40–41 ha vines on three gravel croups. Signature Cabernet-dominant Right Bank style; classified Premier Grand Cru Classé (A, 2022).