{"product_id":"camel-valley-pinot-noir-still-75cl","title":"Camel Valley Pinot Noir Still 2024 75cl","description":"\u003cp\u003eCamel Valley Still Pinot Noir is a vibrant, elegant red wine produced in the heart of Cornwall’s sun-drenched Camel Valley. Crafted by the pioneering Lindo family at their award-winning, Royal Warrant-holding estate, this bottling showcases the exciting potential of cool-climate English Pinot Noir. Maturing a portion of the cuvée in fine French oak barrels, Camel Valley achieves a charming red wine that balances bright fruit purity with subtle complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a wonderfully nimble, fruit-forward red wine that provides a refreshing alternative to heavier Continental Pinot Noirs. Grown on the sun-soaked, south-facing slopes of Cornwall, it captures a delightful clarity of red fruit character underpinned by balanced, crisp English acidity. A gentle touch of French oak maturation adds warming spice and subtle structure without masking the wine's natural vitality, making it an ideal choice for enthusiasts of cool-climate elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVineyard \u0026amp; Production\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pinot Noir grapes are grown on the estate's sheltered, south-facing vineyard slopes bordering the River Camel in Cornwall, where cool Atlantic breezes allow for a long, slow ripening period. Following a meticulous harvest, the fruit is carefully de-stemmed and crushed. Fermentation is carefully managed to preserve delicate varietal aromatics, and the wine undergoes maturation in French oak barrels. This period in wood coaxes out subtle oak tannins, building textural depth while retaining the pristine fruit core.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlinting a luminous, light ruby red in the glass, this wine opens with a fragrant, lifted nose of wild raspberries, juicy pomegranate, and redcurrants, accompanied by subtle nuances of rose petal. The palate is light-to-medium-bodied, vibrant, and smoothly textured, offering crisp flavours of fresh red berries underpinned by delicate notes of vanilla, clove, and soft baking spice derived from French oak. Fine, gentle tannins and a lively line of acidity carry through to a clean, elegant, and persistent finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect Pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to its bright acidity and delicate structure, this light English red is a remarkably versatile companion at the dining table. It pairs magnificently with roasted duck breast, pan-seared pheasant, or delicate pork tenderloin. It is also an excellent match for oily fish like roasted salmon or seared tuna steaks, wild mushroom risottos, charcuterie boards, and mild, creamy cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGrape Varieties\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100% Pinot Noir\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Drink Finder","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54109479895383,"sku":"123014","price":21.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0899\/6824\/7127\/files\/Camel_Valley_Pinot_Noir_Still_2024_75cl.jpg?v=1784879702","url":"https:\/\/www.drinkfinder.co.uk\/products\/camel-valley-pinot-noir-still-75cl","provider":"Drink Finder","version":"1.0","type":"link"}