COLOUR
White
TYPE
Fortified
VINTAGE
N/A
GRAPE
Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc, Muscadelle
PRODUCER
Lillet Frères
REGION
Bordeaux
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Medium - sweet
Acidity
Medium - Low
Finish
Medium
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Lillet Blanc is a French aromatized wine-based aperitif produced by Lillet Frères in Bordeaux, France. Established in 1872, the company has a long history of crafting aperitifs. Lillet Blanc is the original product in the Lillet range. Its distinctive character arises from a blend of approximately 85% Bordeaux wines and 15% macerated fruit liqueurs, including infusions of orange peels. The blend is then aged in oak barrels. The wine is golden straw in color and has an alcohol by volume of 17%.
ALCOHOL
17.0%
AVG. PRICE
€23
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
6-8°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Originally known as Kina Lillet, referencing its quinine content.
Fact 02
Reformulated in 1986 to be less bitter and sweeter.
Fact 03
A blend of 85% Bordeaux wines and 15% fruit infusions.
Fact 04
A favorite of James Bond in 'Casino Royale'.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Lillet Blanc is created by blending approximately 85% white Bordeaux wines with 15% macerated fruit liqueurs. These liqueurs are made from infusions of sweet and bitter orange peels. The resulting blend is then aged in French oak barrels for a period of several months, typically between 6 to 12 months, to allow for integration and maturation of flavors.
