2018 La Tour Figeac
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Tasting notes
Tasted blind. Very deep blackish crimson. Sophisticated nose with some layers and subtlety. Rich and ripe. Very pleasing with fruit dominating the (quite considerable) tannins. Long and interesting! (JR)
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Julia Harding MW, jancisrobinson.com
Tom Parker MW, jancisrobinson.com
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The 2018 La Tour Figeac has a slightly pinched nose that demands coaxing, almost reluctantly offering blackberry, briary, undergrowth and light earthenware scents. The medium-bodied palate is fresh and tensile, with supple tannins, licorice-tinged red fruit and a touch of mint toward the finish, which just attenuates slightly. Needs a little time to find its voice.
A 70/30 split of Merlot and Cabernet Franc that saw 40% new oak, the 2018 Château La Tour Figeac reveals a deep ruby/purple color to go with a classy nose of spiced currants, black cherries, loamy soil, leather, and dried tobacco and herbal notes. It has a savory, complex nose yet brings plenty of sweet fruit and opulence on the palate, with ripe and polished tannins, a rounded, layered mouthfeel, and outstanding length on the finish. The balance is spot on, it has a great mid-palate, and I suspect it will have 15-20 years of overall longevity.
The 2018 La Tour Figeac is a pretty, gracious Saint-Émilion to drink now and over the next decade or so. Crushed rose petal, red berry, mint and sage all add nuance over time. The Cabernet Franc, 30% of the blend, is super expressive today.
About the producer
Situated on the Saint-Emilion side of the appellation’s border with Pomerol, this estate was part of Ch. Figeac until 1879. They were an early pioneer of biodynamic farming, having converted the entire estate in 1997.