A sleeper of the vintage, La Tour Figeac’s 2006 (80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc) is a lusciously-styled effort displaying a deep ruby/purple color as well as copious quantities of sweet black cherries, black currants, licorice, toasty oak, and forest floor. The wine is opulent, nearly flamboyant, and hedonistic with the potential to become even more complex over the next 10-15 years. This estate, part of Figeac in the 1800's, is coming on strong thanks to the work of Christine Derenoncourt, who, like her husband Stephane, possesses plenty of talent.

92-94 Barrel Sample One of the few biodynamic properties in Bordeaux, this estate makes stunning wine. No exception this year, a powerful, pure fruity wine, stacked with blackberries and dark chocolate oak tannins. ——R.V.(6/1/2007)—— 93