A classic French aperitif, Lillet Blanc is a blend of still wine, brandy, herbs and spices. Then aged in oak for up to twelve months. Serve over ice with an orange twist.
This is very good value for money. A Piedmont red under $30! It has good dark fruit, some nice tannins and acid to balance although it would benefit from some more age to smooth it a bit but I liked its feistiness now.
I was happily surprised by the quality of the labels in the "mystery" case of rose wines - great value for the money I must say. Excellent drinking experience from the unfamiliar labels and happy to enjoy again the familiar ones.