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Maleme orange Πορτοκάλια Μάλεμε

Luscious Cretan navel oranges prized for their exceptional juiciness, fine rind, and vibrant sweetness.

Type
fruit and veg
Designation
PGI
Made from
Washington navel orange
Where
Crete
Season
harvest-autumn-winter
Price
€

Taste and texture

Exceptionally juicy and sweet with bright, balanced acidity and deep orange aromas. The pulp is tender and almost seedless.

soft

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How to buy

Choose fruit that feels heavy with juice and displays a firm, fragrant rind.

Verify the PGI seal indicating western Crete or Maleme origin.

The rules in short

Grown in the Maleme valley of western Crete, using Washington Navel stock nurtured in mild coastal soils.

Serving ideas

  • Squeezed for breakfast juice
  • Tossed in salads with red onion and Kalamata olives
  • Zested into honey syrup cakes

Substitutes

Washington Navel orange, Valencia orange.

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