{"product_id":"cave-de-verny-puy-de-dome-pinot-noir","title":"Puy-de-Dôme Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Allure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVolcanic, wonderfully distinct, and completely unconventional. While the average red drinker blindly maps Pinot Noir to the astronomical price tags of Burgundy or the sweet, oak heavy profiles of the New World, the true avant garde looks to the \"lost middle\" of France. Grown in the rugged, dramatic landscapes of the Auvergne among ancient, extinct volcanic peaks, this brilliant bottle throws out the industrial rulebook. It is a high toned, electric alternative that shifts the spotlight away from heavy extraction to deliver raw terroir energy, smoky mineral intellect, and absolute value.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy It’s Exceptional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Taste:\u003c\/strong\u003e A beautiful, translucent ruby pour with bright garnet reflections. The nose is exceptionally lifted and expressive, leaping from the glass with a juicy explosion of wild raspberries and tart damsons, intriguingly accented by a distinct hint of crushed stones and subtle, smoky basalt. On the palate, it delivers a deep draft of fleshy dark fruit balanced by a bright, vibrant spine of acidity, woven with a smooth, silky tannic grip that carries into a remarkably clean, mineral edged finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Pedigree:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Pinot Noir sourced from specialized, low yielding family plots spread across communes rich in ancient volcanic ash, lava, and basaltic deposits. Crafted with minimal intervention to guarantee total varietal and geological precision, the wine is intentionally kept unoaked to prevent any heavy handed barrel notes from masking its beautifully raw, high altitude character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Ritual:\u003c\/strong\u003e An incredibly fun, highly adaptive bottle that is an absolute joy to drink. Give it a brief 20-minute chill in the fridge before serving (around 13–14°C) to make its volcanic red fruits and bright mineral snap truly sing. Its refreshing, food friendly framework makes it an exceptional companion for a summer picnic, a classic charcuterie board, roasted duck breast, or wild mushroom tartlets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Maker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cave de Verny (Desprat Saint-Verny) | \u003cstrong\u003eThe Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Puy-de-Dôme, Auvergne, Central France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Grape:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Pinot Noir | \u003cstrong\u003eThe Strength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.5% ABV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Exclusivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rare Volcanic Soil Terroir, Unoaked Sappy Expression, Outstanding Value Alternative\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"LEA AND SANDEMAN","offers":[{"title":"750ml","offer_id":58253075022172,"sku":"WS01CAV52","price":15.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/6964\/1052\/files\/PuyDeDomePinotNoir_bde1f35e-036c-4be6-975b-05514563115a.png?v=1783781172","url":"https:\/\/www.wineslut.co.uk\/products\/cave-de-verny-puy-de-dome-pinot-noir","provider":"WINESLUT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}