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
2018
2018 offered a wet spring and early summer, followed by excellent ripening conditions that resulted in very fine fruit. September and October were a winemaker’s dream. This 'Indian Summer' allowed us to harvest each plot at its desired degree of ripeness.
- Merlot
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Cabernet Franc
- Petit Verdot
L'Abeille de Fieuzal: 2018
Tasting notes
A true Abeille de Fieuzal, unique, with power and a strong personality. The colour is deep and dark, reminiscent of black cherries, with fine garnet hues. On the nose the wine offers ripe yet subtle aromas, marked by intense dark fruit such as blackcurrants and blueberries, and liquorice with a touch of fresh mint. The aromas are discrete, sophisticated, elegant and modern. The attack is charming, with a silky structure and a tannic character that reveals itself on the finish.
