2022 Petit Figeac

The 2022 Petit-Figeac is lovely, offering up aromas of cherries, raspberries, licorice, pencil shavings and petals, followed by a medium to full-bodied, supple and velvety palate that's lively and long. It's a strong second wine.

There are a little over 1,000 cases of the 2022 Petit-Figeac, which is 58% Merlot, 21% Cabernet Franc, and the rest Cabernet Sauvignon brought up in 20% new barrels. Tasting just like a mini Figeac, it has ripe currants, leafy tobacco, spring flowers, and leather notes in a round, supple, beautifully balanced, elegant package. This classic, elegant, seamless second wine will be loved by readers.

The 2022 Petit-Figeac has a Cabernet-driven nose featuring dark berry fruit, pencil shaving and a touch of dried blood. The palate is medium-bodied and quite saline, with fine tannins on the entry and blackberry, raspberry, wild mint and clove notes toward the peppery finish. This will need just a few months in bottle but will age with style if desired.