Producer Description
Lillet Blanc is a medium color white wine aperitif from France, made from Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon grapes.
The nose is of honey and orange and a hint of mint. While the nose may lead you to expect a sweet dessert wine, in fact Lillet Blanc leads with a taste of firm bitterness, which sudd...Show More >
Producer Description
Lillet Blanc is a medium color white wine aperitif from France, made from Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon grapes.
The nose is of honey and orange and a hint of mint. While the nose may lead you to expect a sweet dessert wine, in fact Lillet Blanc leads with a taste of firm bitterness, which suddenly diminishes, leaving a lingering trace of orange, honey and herbaceousness on the palate.
Expert Review
92 Points Wine Enthusiast | The rounded bouquet features tropical fruit notes of banana and guava, smells of ripe grapes and kiwi and a subtle spiciness. The palate entry is luscious, gently fruity and keenly acidic; midpalate flavors include kiwi, white grapes, raisins, and a vegetal quality. Finish is ripe, delicately spiced, and delicious. An old favorite.
Memo Summary Notes
Lillet (pronounced lee-LAY) is a popular French aromatized wine-based aperitif from Podensac, Bordeaux, created in 1872. It is a blend of 85% Bordeaux wines and 15% macerated liqueurs (citrus, fruits, and quinine). Served chilled (43–46°F), it is commonly enjoyed as a refreshing spritz with tonic water or in classic cocktails like the Vesper Martini.
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