Terroir Shapes Citrus Flavours
Mediterranean regions, like Italy's province of Reggio Calabria and the French island of Corsica boast exceptional quality and traditions in citrus farming. This map illustrate these unique citrus terroirs, where soil, climate, and tradition converge to produce fruits of unique character.
GREECE, Chios, Mandarini Chiou
Chios's mild temperatures, ample sunlight, and volcanic soil composition create the unique terroir that shapes the Mandarini Chiou's tender flesh, intense aroma, and high sugar content
GREECE, Corfu, Koum Kouat Kerkyras
Introduced to Corfu from China in the 19th century, the kumquat swiftly acclimated to the island's mild Mediterranean climate, fertile volcanic soil, and ample sunlight. Corfu's kumquats have gained international recognition for their unique flavour profile.
ITALY, Piana di Catania, Arancia Rossa di Sicilia
The Blood oranges of Sicily are cultivated in the fertile lands beneath Mount Etna. During winter, the interplay of Etna's snow and warm sunlight maximises temperature shifts, prompting the fruits to develop high levels of crimson-coloured pigments, making these emblematic oranges truly unique.
ITALY, Reggio Calabria, Bergamot
Bergamot is iconic to the province of Reggio Calabria, distinguished by its microclimate: 300 days of sunshine a year, hot dry summers, mild winters, and rainy springs. Calabrian bergamot is internationally renowned for its essence and higher flavour content.
CROATIA, Neretva Delta, Neretvanska Mandarina
Nestled at the foot of the Dinaric Alps, the fertile Neretva River Valley is home to the renowned Neretvanska Mandarina, celebrated for its exceptional sweetness and vibrant flavours.
FRANCE, Menton, Citron de Menton
The region's steep hillsides, Mediterranean climate, and fertile soil create an ideal terroir for this fruit. Menton lemons are famous for their intense aroma, sweet flavour, and thin zest, making them highly prized by chefs and consumers alike.
FRANCE, Corsica, Clémentine de Corse and Pomelo de Corse
With its microclimate, between sea and mountains, this Mediterranean terroir is the home of small-scale, family- owned orchards using traditional methods, preserving the unique flavours and fragrances associated with Corsican citrus.
