Lemon from Côte d'Azur - 25cl

Origin and Raw Materials: The premium lemons selected for this traditional recipe are cultivated under the Mediterranean sun in the backcountry of Nice. The preparation features authentic regional citrus fruits, celebrated for their high content of essential oils and juicy pulp, combined with pure cane sugar and crystal-clear spring water.

Producer: The artisanal house Le Clos de Laure was established in 2001 by Jean-Luc Bertin and his wife Marie-Laure. As a former pastry chef in prestigious luxury hotels along the Riviera, Jean-Luc Bertin infuses the brand with an uncompromising rigor, exactness, and taste structure that defines their gourmet creations, now crafted alongside their son Jérôme. While welcoming food lovers in their elegant shop located on Rue Verdi in Nice, they protect the pure gastronomic heritage of their land.

Production: The preparation is meticulously carried out at the family facility in Drap. The fresh lemons are gently squeezed to extract their pure juice, while the aromatic rinds are carefully treated to release their natural oils. This citrus base is then slowly cooked with pure cane sugar until it reaches the perfect syrup density, preserving its natural golden color and zesty character without any artificial stabilizers.

Tasting: This artisanal syrup displays a beautiful, brilliant golden yellow color with a clear, smooth gloss and a slight natural opalescence. The texture is remarkably rich yet fluid, coating the palate elegantly. On the nose, a powerful and fresh aroma of freshly squeezed lemon juice, sharp citrus zest, and a clean sugary sweetness immediately arises. The palate enjoys a complex, melting balance where the vibrant tanginess of the fruit blends beautifully with the smooth roundness of the sugar cane.

Tasting Advice & Keeping Potential: Serve this premium syrup chilled at a temperature around 6 to 8 degrees Celsius. Generally speaking, it is highly versatile for creating sophisticated cocktail reception drinks, drizzling over delicate frozen desserts, or adding a citrus touch to fresh water. More specifically, it will perfectly elevate a homemade lemon sorbet, a traditional lemon meringue tart, or top a chilled glass of sparkling wine. It pairs magnificently with a dry selection of Champagne available at lavinothequelaroche.com. Once opened, keep refrigerated and consume within 3 months.

Awards & Environmental Certifications: Prepared in a fully certified HACCP facility, this artisanal recipe is strictly GMO-free. The producer focuses on clean agricultural methods by maintaining exclusive short supply chains with small-scale local orchards along the French Riviera.