1982 was a superb vintage for St. Emilion. This wine was aged in new French oak barrels and consists of approximately 30% Merlot, 35% Cabernet Franc and 35% Cabernet Sauvignon. Chateau Figeac has one of the highest proportions of Cabernet - and especially Cabernet Sauvignon - of any wine in the appellation. It can be a satisfying drink even when relatively young, thanks to the considerable quality of the Merlots, but the high percentage of varieties with strong ageing potential means that it a...