Retour Château-Figeac - Saint-Emilion Grand Cru - Petit Figeac - Red - 2020
COUNTRY/REGION: Bordeaux
DESIGNATION: AOP Saint-Emilion Grand Cru
COLOR: Red
VINTAGE: 2020
GRAPE VARIETY: 71% Merlot, 19% Cabernet Franc, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon
ALCOHOL: 13.5 vol.
CONTENT: 75 cl
The tasting
Color Deep, brilliant red.
Nose Black fruit aromas underlined by a touch of spice and light woody notes.
Palate This cuvée displays exceptional ripeness, with vibrant energy and flawless balance throughout.
The sommelier's advice
Temperature Serve between 14 and 16°C.
Food Large cuts of beef or lamb, shoulder of lamb confit with wild thyme, hare à la royale, duck in blood, aged farmhouse St Nectaire cheese.
Cellar ageing From now until 2033, and even longer for enthusiasts.
The estate and the wine
The estate and the wine Château-Figeac, a Premier Grand Cru Classé A from Saint-Émilion, is in a league of its own—both for its unique terroir and unmistakable style. Known for showcasing the nobility of Cabernet at its finest, it’s a benchmark for the region. The French wine guide RVF gave it their highest honor: 4 stars.

The 2020 vintage, with a perfect 100-point score from Parker, solidifies the estate’s reputation as a true icon in Bordeaux.
Wine The 2020 red Petit-Figeac, the second wine of Château-Figeac, captures the hallmark precision and elegance of the estate in a remarkable vintage. With beautifully ripened aromas and vibrant energy, it unfolds with layers of complexity and a masterful balance that highlights its pedigree. A rare opportunity to experience the brilliance of Figeac at an accessible price—don’t miss it.
Vinification Hand harvested, vinified in wood and stainless steel vats, traditionally aged for 12 to 15 months in wood and stainless steel vats.
AWARDS
AWARDS Estate rated 4 stars in the Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France 2024 (RVF)
Estate rated 5 stars in the Guide Bettane et Desseauve 2024