Organic Percoche Peaches

Organic Percoche, the firm, sweet yellow-fleshed peaches of summer

Firm, juicy and fragrant: the queens of summer, perfect to enjoy fresh or in the kitchen

Organic Percoche Peaches: The Full Taste of Summer

Organic Percoche Peaches are a prized and distinctive peach variety, characterized by firm, yellow flesh that adheres tightly to the stone (hence their name). Unlike softer, juicier peaches, the percoca peach is distinguished by its fleshy texture and sweet, aromatic, and less tart flavor. Its firm flesh makes it extraordinarily versatile in the kitchen: excellent eaten fresh, it's also perfect for fruit salads, desserts, syrups, and preserves, as it holds its shape well even after cooking. Typical of Southern Italy, where it enjoys an ideal climate, the percoca peach is one of the queens of summer fruit. Grown organically, it's a genuine and natural fruit, free of pesticide residue, bringing all the sweetness and fragrance of the summer sun to the table.
 
 
 

The roots of this fruit are deep in a long Mediterranean history

The peach has a fascinating history stretching back thousands of years: originally from China, where it was cultivated for over three thousand years and considered a symbol of immortality and longevity, it reached the West via Persia—hence its botanical name, "Prunus persica," which reflects the ancient belief that it originated in that region. It was the Romans who spread it widely throughout Europe. The percoca, in particular, is one of the oldest and most traditional varieties, linked to the rural culture of Southern Italy, where it is the protagonist of historic preparations such as peaches in syrup and the famous "pesche al vino," a traditional summer dessert in which pieces of fruit were left to macerate in wine. Its firm flesh has always made it the ideal peach for preservation and processing.
 
 
 

Choosing Percoche Peaches means taking care of yourself

Peaches are a healthy fruit packed with benefits, ideal for the hot season. Thanks to their high water content, they are particularly thirst-quenching and hydrating, perfect for replenishing fluids lost in the heat. Their yellow flesh is rich in beta-carotene, a precursor to vitamin A, essential for vision and skin health, as well as vitamin C and antioxidants. They also provide potassium, useful for fluid balance and muscle function, and fiber, which promotes intestinal health. They are low in calories and naturally sweet, ideal as a healthy and delicious snack. Being organically grown, they are free of synthetic chemical residues. A genuine gift of summer, to be enjoyed in all their natural goodness for a burst of well-being and freshness.
 
 
 

How to Best Use: Organic Percoche Peaches

• FRESH, NATURAL OR IN FRUIT MIX — The best way to enjoy their sweetness. Enjoy them fresh as a thirst-quenching snack, or cut them into pieces in a fruit salad with seasonal fruit. Fruit Box, for a healthy and colorful summer dessert.
• WITH YOGURT, RICOTTA AND SPOON DESSERTS —Their firm pulp lends itself to a thousand combinations. Serve them sliced ​​with a Organic Farmhouse Plain Yogurt or a Organic Buffalo Ricotta sweetened, for a creamy and genuine snack.
• FOR TARTS, DESSERTS AND PEACHES IN WINE — Ideal in the kitchen because they hold their shape when cooked. Use them for tarts and fruit pies, or prepare traditional peaches in wine, perhaps accompanied by some hazelnut and almond tozzetti, for a traditional end to the meal.

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Store peaches at room temperature if still firm, to allow them to ripen, and in the refrigerator once ripe to slow down the process. It's best to consume them within a few days to fully appreciate their freshness and aroma. Wash them only shortly before eating.
 
 
 

Nutritional Values ​​(average values ​​per 100g of product)

• Energy: 39-45 kcal / 165-190 kJ
• Fat: 0,1-0,3 g (of which saturated fatty acids: 0 g)
• Carbohydrates: 9-11 g (of which sugars: 8-9 g)
• Fiber: 1,5-2 g
• Protein: 0,8-1 g
• Salt: 0 g

Nutritional values ​​are estimated based on fresh peaches and may vary. It is recommended to check the information on the product label.
 
 
 

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