Saint-Emilion Grand Cru
Chateau la Tour Figeac is situated on the famous gravel soils of the Saint-Emilion appellation, which has been known for its viticulture since
Roman times. Originally, la Tour Figeac was part of the famous Chateau Figeac, but was separated from the latter in 1879. In 1973, the family Rettenmaier, industrialists from southwest Germany, purchased this Saint-Emilion estate. Sent to the property in 1994 to restructure its management, Otto Maximilian Rettenmaier was charmed by the place and he subsequently decided to move there. Chateau la Tour Figeac now owns a 14.6-hectare vineyard located between Chateau Cheval Blanc in the east, Chateau Figeac in the south and the Pomerol appellation in the west. Merlot dominates the vineyard with 65% vines planted in this varietal. Cabernet Franc, at 35%, seems to increase in proportion with time.
James Suckling: 92-93/100
Chateau la Tour Figeac is situated on the famous gravel soils of the Saint-Emilion appellation, which has been known for its viticulture since
Roman times. Originally, la Tour Figeac was part of the famous Chateau Figeac, but was separated from the latter in 1879. In 1973, the family Rettenmaier, industrialists from southwest Germany, purchased this Saint-Emilion estate. Sent to the property in 1994 to restructure its management, Otto Maximilian Rettenmaier was charmed by the place and he subsequently decided to move there. Chateau la Tour Figeac now owns a 14.6-hectare vineyard located between Chateau Cheval Blanc in the east, Chateau Figeac in the south and the Pomerol appellation in the west. Merlot dominates the vineyard with 65% vines planted in this varietal. Cabernet Franc, at 35%, seems to increase in proportion with time.
James Suckling: 92-93/100
Very well made, with blackberry, blueberry and stone aromas that follow through to a medium-bodied, juicy palate. More precise than past vintages. 60% merlot and 40% cabernet franc.
William Kelley- The Wine Advocate: 91-93/100
Crafted from vines rooted in the sandy, gravelly soils near Figeac and composed of 65% Merlot and 35% Cabernet Franc, the 2023 La Tour Figeac reveals aromas of licorice, dark wild berries, spices, smoke and fresh flowers. Medium to full-bodied, suave and enrobing, it’s seamless with velvety tannins, a fleshy core of fruit and a long, ethereal finish. Readers who love sensuality will love it.