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1996 Figeac, St.-Emilion

SKU #110411 Decanter

Outer quote mark Voluptuous palate, with rounded plum fruit supported by spiciness and emphatic tannins and acid. Inner quote mark (9/1999)

Jancis Robinson

Outer quote mark Very rainy growing season. 50% of grapes selected. (tasted from) Magnum. Solid, masculine nose. Looks much older than the 1998 magnum just tasted! Mid ruby. Strong fibre of minerality. Relatively light weight. Marked acidity and very cool. Some might call this skinny but it opened out in the glass and became sweeter. 17/20 points. (JR) Inner quote mark (9/2015)

Int'l Wine Cellar

Outer quote mark Medium red, with a hint of amber at the rim. Roasted red plum, redcurrant, tobacco, humus and nutty oak on the nose. Sweet, slightly decadent flavors are deeper than those of the '96. A bit more supporting structure here. But also slightly dry on the finish, with reasonable length. (ST) Inner quote mark (5/1999)

Wine Spectator

Outer quote mark A light '96, but offers some very pleasant berry and chocolate aromas and flavors. Medium- to light-bodied, with fresh fruit and a light finish. Best after 2000. (JS) Inner quote mark (1/1999)

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- Cabernet Sauvignon has come a long way from its role as a blending varietal, however dominant, in the wines of Bordeaux. Today it is the most planted red varietal in the world. Identified as a descendent of Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc, the late-ripening Cabernet Sauvignon needs to be planted in warmer climates to fully ripen. Its small berries can easily be identified for their distinctive blue color, thick skins and high tannins. And while the varietal has its own definitive characteristics: green pepper-like aromas and black currant flavors among them, it is perhaps most prized for its ability to convey terroir, vintage and winemaking. A relatively new varietal, Cabernet Sauvignon started making inroads into the wines of the Médoc and Graves in the late-18th century. Today it is also dominant in the up-and-coming Entre-Deux-Mers region of Bordeaux and can also be found in Southwest France. It is the companion varietal to Sangiovese in Italy's Super Tuscans and is planted all over Europe, stretching to lesser-known winegrowing regions like Russia and Lebanon. In the Americas Cabernet Sauvignon has found champions in every nook and cranny of California and among winemakers in Washington, where it complements plantings of Merlot. In South America, Cab thrives in Chile, but can also be found in smaller amounts in Argentina and even in Mexico.

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1996 Figeac, St.-Emilion

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