Lillet’s newest limited-edition reserve, Jean de Lillet 2010 is available in stores and online beginning Thursday, October 23. This premium Reserve is a unique creation that blends a single vintage of Sauternes wine, only produced in Bordeaux’s best wine years, with their house-made citrus liqueur. As 2009 is considered a great vintage year for Sauternes, 2010 is a stunning succession with a special balance and remarkable acidity, giving way to elegant fresh aromas.
Last year, Jean de Lillet’s 2009 vintage was received with high critical acclaim, and immediately sold out. Lovers of this iconic aperitif will have another chance to taste this premium spirit with an equally terrific vintage. Réserve Jean de Lillet 2010 may be enjoyed immediately, yet will improve with age (10 to 15 years). It is best served chilled as an aperitif, with amuses bouche, and will be available in select retailers nationwide and at www.astorwines.com at $39.99.
Jean de Lillet 2010 is not only a perfect gift for any wine or spirit lover this holiday season, it’s ideal to serve while entertaining guests during a cocktail party to pair with hors d’oeuvres. With deeper, rounder characteristics than the brighter Lillet Blanc, Jean De Lillet is released just in time to pair with the chill in the air, bringing with it the desire for darker drinks and richer foods. While Jean de Lillet can be served as an aperitif, you can even use it in an ingredient for a White Manhattan to sip after dessert.
