L'Abeille de Fieuzal is the second white wine of Château de Fieuzal in Pessac-Léognan. It is made with the same care as the estate’s grand vin but designed to be more approachable in its youth. The fruit comes from the same vineyards and is handled with the same attention to detail, giving a wine that captures the freshness and finesse typical of this corner of Bordeaux.

Château de Fieuzal lies just south of Bordeaux in the commune of Léognan. The estate has a long history but entered a new chapter when it was purchased by Irish couple Brenda and Lochlann Quinn in 2001. Since then the vineyards and winery have been steadily refined, helping restore Fieuzal’s reputation for structured reds and particularly fine dry whites from the gravel soils of the Graves.

The 2020 vintage was shaped by a mild winter, a warm and wet spring, and a dry summer which brought the harvest forward. The blend is led by Sémillon, which gives the wine its rounded texture, supported by Sauvignon Blanc for lift and freshness.

In the glass it shows light stone fruit and almond peel on the nose. The palate is full but lively, with grapefruit and orange peel notes, touches of butterscotch and vanilla, and a clean mineral edge on the finish.

Food Pairing

This works well with grilled or steamed fish, fish pâtés, chicken or vegetable terrines, and pasta or risotto with spring vegetables. Creamy vegetable soups are another good match.