RATTE POTATOES AOC
Origin: Le Touquet, France AOC
Season: Year-round
AOC Protected French Fingerlings
La Ratte du Touquet potatoes are exceptional French fingerling potatoes that hold prestigious AOC (Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée) status, guaranteeing their authenticity and superior quality. These small, elongated tubers have achieved cult status amongst professional chefs and discerning home cooks for their extraordinary flavour profile and unique textural qualities.
These gourmet potatoes are immediately recognisable by their firm, waxy yellow flesh and distinctive elongated shape. What truly sets them apart is their remarkable flavour profile, featuring a pronounced nutty taste with subtle chestnut undertones that develop through the specific growing conditions of the Touquet region. The delicate, thin skin complements the uniquely silky texture of the flesh, creating an exceptional eating experience.
The exceptional buttery taste that characterises La Ratte du Touquet potatoes comes directly from the unique terroir of their protected growing region. The specific soil composition, climate conditions, and traditional cultivation methods combine to produce these remarkable flavour characteristics that cannot be replicated elsewhere.
These premium potatoes maintain their shape perfectly during cooking, making them ideal for dishes where presentation and texture are paramount. Their waxy nature means they hold together beautifully without becoming mealy or falling apart, whilst their silky texture becomes even more pronounced when properly cooked.
For roasting, cook at 180°C with high-quality olive oil and a sprinkling of fleur de sel until golden and crispy on the outside. Alternatively, simmer the potatoes skin-on in well-salted water for approximately 20 minutes until tender. For optimal texture, allow the cooked potatoes to cool for 20 minutes after cooking, which helps the starches settle and creates the perfect consistency. The skins can then be optionally removed if desired.
Serve warm with freshly ground black pepper, melted butter, and a generous scattering of fine herbs such as chives, parsley, or tarragon to complement their delicate, nutty flavour.
Our La Ratte du Touquet potatoes are sourced exclusively from certified AOC producers in the protected Touquet region. These dedicated growers adhere to strict cultivation protocols established to preserve the unique characteristics that have made this variety a true gastronomic treasure and an essential component of refined French cuisine.
Net: 1kg
DELIVERY INFO
Order Cut-Off Times & Delivery Date Selection
Orders placed before 2 PM (Monday to Friday) are dispatched the same day, unless you select a future delivery date at checkout.
Our Delivery Service
We use reliable third-party express courier services and high-quality insulated packaging. While our couriers are generally excellent, occasional delays can happen. We pack everything to stay fresh, even if transit takes a little longer.
Time-Sensitive & Event Orders
Can we guarantee delivery on a specific day? Unfortunately not - we rely on third-party couriers and can't control their schedules. All items leave us in perfect condition with good use-by dates, but final timing depends on the courier.
If your order is for a specific event, let us know in the notes section at checkout. We can often dispatch a day earlier to give you the best chance of timely arrival.
DELIVERY Changes After Dispatch
Once dispatched, your package is with the courier and we're unable to redirect it or change delivery details.
Saturday Delivery
Saturday delivery is available, though please note our couriers don't operate phone support at weekends and our office is closed. For event-critical orders, a weekday delivery gives us more flexibility to help if any issues arise.
Full delivery details and shipping rates: here
CHRISTMAS DELIVERY
Please choose your delivery date for pre-Christmas orders using the date-picker in your shopping basket. We will make every effort to deliver on your selected day, but this is not guaranteed, so please allow for an extra day.
ORDER DEADLINES
For delivery on or before 23/12/25: Midnight, 18/12/25
For delivery between Christmas & New Year's Eve: Midnight, 27/12/25
Delivery slots are limited. Early booking is strongly recommended.
ORDERS CONTAINING FROZEN PRODUCTS ONLY
If you have freezer space available, please request your order to be delivered as soon as possible or select delivery before 20th December. We reserve the right to adjust your delivery date up to 2 days in advance if we feel it risks not arriving to you promptly.
FRESH TRUFFLES
Your truffles will be harvested as close to Christmas as possible to offer the longest shelf life and the freshest product. We fly them in from Europe early each morning on the same days we dispatch them to you.
Last available pre-Christmas delivery is 23rd December. The truffles will be good for a minimum of 6 days; any longer may impact your enjoyment. PLEASE notify us via email if you need them for the exact delivery day you requested, or consider receiving them a day earlier if that date is available.
As always with fresh truffles, they are best eaten as soon as possible to enjoy maximum aroma.
Please note: White truffles will not be available for delivery between Christmas & New Year's Eve. Instead, please order fresh black truffles.
FRESH PRODUCTS
All fresh products are supplied with a use-by date beyond 28/12/25, with the exception of fresh mushrooms and fresh truffles. We aim for delivery no later than 23rd December.
WAGYU STEAK / FROZEN PRODUCTS / DRY GOODS
All of our frozen products have a long shelf life in the freezer or at least 5 days if defrosted. Orders containing only frozen products will be delivered no later than 20th December.
Certain products (subject to availability) can be ordered for delivery on 30/12/25.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
From 19/12/25: Our phone lines are closed while we compile Christmas pre-orders. Please email us and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
WAREHOUSE COLLECTION
You can collect in person from our warehouse until 5pm on 23/12/25. Select PICK UP in the checkout section of the website.
Customer service is available for delivery queries via info@fineandwild.com
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