FZ: A living heritage
Constant evolution
Fieuzal creates wines that are memories of the past that can be kept and enjoyed at any moment. After 30 years of winemaking experience, our winemaker Stephen Carrier believes that there is no ‘right’ time to drink a wine, but that instead a truly great wine is great throughout the whole of its lifetime.
From the moment a new vine is planted to the many decades after a wine is put into bottle – every moment in between is just part of an exciting journey that keeps wines and the art of winemaking alive.
Red
Over the years, L’Abeille has developed a strong identity of its own. Crafted with the same careful attention as Château de Fieuzal, it is conceived for light-hearted, easy-going enjoyment. Its fruit stems from the same vines as the first wine, grown with the same degree of care and preserving Fieuzal’s unique combination of freshness and finesse. L’Abeille red is majority Merlot, therefore delicately smooth whilst being juicy, fruity, and full of character.
Vintage conditions
2022
A dry, mild winter, budburst at the very beginning of April, which was still early, but not as early as in 2020 and 2021. A mild, wet start to spring benefited the vines, which were able to complete their growth cycle without any constraints. Hot periods followed throughout the season, starting in mid-May, allowing the vines to flower in dry, warm weather. The hot weather and lack of water led to an exceptional drought from June onwards. This lack of water will benefit us in one respect: disease and pest pressure is virtually non-existent.
- Merlot
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Petit Verdot
L'Abeille de Fieuzal: 2022
Tasting notes
The red Abeille has a bright ruby-red colour. The nose is complex, with pleasant hints of raspberry and mocha, underscored by toasted, spicy notes of white pepper. Fresh on the palate, this is a full-bodied, generous wine with silky tannins and a long, flavourful finish.
