Legume
Puy Lentil
About This Entry
Puy lentils are a small, peppery French lentil from the volcanic soils of Le Puy, prized for holding their shape and carrying a distinctly earthy, mineral flavor — that character pairs naturally with Pinot Noir.
Wine Pairing Explanation
Primary wine styles
Alternative wine styles
Common Culinary Uses
- green lentil
At a Glance
Group
Lentils
Classification
Legumes
Usage intensity
luxury
Scientific name
Lens culinaris
Scientific Classification
- Display name
- Puy Lentil
- Classification
- Legumes
- Group
- Lentils
- Scientific name
- Lens culinaris
Taxonomy
- Usage intensity
- luxury