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🍑 Bergeron – The French Apricot of Late Summer.

                Please let us introduce you to the Bergeron apricot, a golden gem from the Rhône Valley in France. This late summer variety is beloved for its rich flavour, deep orange colour, and natural sweetness. Irregular in shape but perfect in taste, Bergeron apricots are best enjoyed just as they are—plain, fresh, and full of sunshine.

🌞 A Taste of the Rhône

The Bergeron apricot grows mainly in the Rhône-Alpes region of southeastern France. This area, known for its rolling hills and Mediterranean climate, gives the fruit the warmth it needs to ripen fully. The variety was developed in the early 20th century and quickly became one of France’s most cherished apricots. Thanks to its firm texture and excellent shelf life, it is now one of the country’s leading commercial apricot crops—especially for fresh market sales.

🍑 Did You Know?

Bergeron apricots ripen in late July to early August, a little later than other varieties.

Their shape is often lopsided or irregular, but don’t let that fool you—each one hides a soft, juicy centre.

Their flavour perfectly balances sweet and tart, with a lovely floral aroma.

This variety travels well, so you might find them at farmers’ markets or speciality grocers far from France.

🧁 From Orchard to Table

What makes Bergeron apricots truly special is their versatility. You can eat them raw, slice them over yoghurt, or bake them into simple tarts. Their firm flesh holds up beautifully in cooking. In France, they’re often used in clafoutis, jams, or just halved and grilled with a drizzle of honey. You don’t need to do much—Bergeron apricots shine with just a touch of care.

🎨 A Summer Icon

Thanks to their striking orange colour and sun-kissed flavour, Bergeron apricots symbolise late summer in France. Their rustic shape and slight blush make them a favourite for artists and photographers capturing the season’s look. And for cooks, they bring a splash of colour to fruit bowls, pastries, and preserves.

✨ In Summary

Thank you for discovering the Bergeron apricot with us. It’s sweet, slightly wild in shape, and bursting with flavour. Whether baking, preserving, or just taking a bite out of one on a sunny afternoon, Bergeron is summer captured in fruit. Please try it when it’s in season—you’ll see why it’s one of France’s most beloved apricots.