PRIMÉALE ASPARAGUS Calibre 22+

This wonderful French Asparagus is from Priméale, the leading French asparagus grower. They select their asparagus from the Landes region for its tender texture and delicious flavour. Fragrant and fruity, Landes asparagus has a refined nutty taste that will not disappoint.

Asparagus is an important part of French cuisine and holds cultural significance, particularly during the spring months when it is in season. It is celebrated in various regional dishes and festivals across the country. French green asparagus has a slightly sweeter and more grassy flavour than white asparagus and is often described as nutty and earthy with subtle hints of bitterness.

Wild asparagus originates from the temperate regions of Eurasia (Central and Southern Europe, North Africa, Central and Western Asia). But only around the 15th century do we find traces of asparagus cultivation in France. In the 16th century, asparagus was so appreciated at the Royal Court of France, that it was considered the queen of vegetables and was called Le Légume Royal, (royal vegetable), Le Printemps En Tiges, (spring in stems) or L'Ivoire á Manger, edible ivory).

Until the 19th century, asparagus remained a luxury product, accessible only to the wealthy. It only began to become democratised with the improvement of farming techniques and the appearance of new varieties. The cultivation of asparagus sprouted first in the Parish region, then in the Loire Valley. Asparagus then conquered Aquitaine, Provence, and the South of France before methods were adopted by farmers throughout Europe.

Origin: France

Net: Large Asparagus 22+ Calibre 

Learn more about how to prepare and cook Asparagus.

Try our Asparagus with Summer Truffles recipe.