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Charentais Melon French is a Charentais melon – the small, round French cantaloupe with a pale green-grey ribbed exterior and brilliant orange flesh. The Charentais is considered by many to be the finest melon in the world. As a result, it has an extraordinary fragrance and a deep, complex sweetness that most other melon varieties cannot approach. Furthermore, the orange flesh is denser and more richly flavoured than standard cantaloupe. In particular, a Charentais melon at peak ripeness, served cool, with a thin slice of prosciutto is one of the great simple pleasures of summer.

About Charentais Melon French

We source our fruit from specialist growers and importers across Britain, Europe and beyond. In particular, we select every variety for its flavour, ripeness and provenance. As a result, the fruit we deliver meets a standard well above what most supermarkets carry. Furthermore, we prioritise varieties with genuine character over commodity produce bred purely for shelf life and appearance. These varieties exist because growers selected them for taste, not yield or resilience in transit. However, they require more careful handling and a shorter supply chain. In particular, the finest fruit is always seasonal – it arrives at its peak and disappears just as quickly. Additionally, we work only with suppliers who understand this. A short supply chain from orchard or grove to your door makes all the difference. That is why Charentais Melon French from The Artisan Food Company consistently impresses even the most discerning cooks.

Why Choose Charentais Melon French From Us

Cooking and eating with genuinely fine fruit transforms everyday preparations. In contrast to commodity fruit, these varieties carry flavour, aroma and character that rewards both simple eating and careful cooking. As a result, the best preparation is often the simplest. Furthermore, quality fruit always speaks for itself. We deliver direct from our suppliers so you receive fruit at its prime. However, even the finest fruit needs a little attention. In particular, most fruit is best stored at room temperature until ripe, then refrigerated only once it reaches the right stage. Moreover, cold storage suppresses both aroma and flavour. Additionally, the variety and provenance of what you buy matters. That is why we choose these fruits so carefully.

How to Use Charentais Melon French

To get the very best from Charentais Melon French:

• Press gently at the flower end – a ripe Charentais melon should yield slightly and smell intensely fragrant.
• Halve, remove the seeds and serve chilled with prosciutto di Parma or Bayonne ham for the classic preparation.
• Furthermore, Charentais melon makes an outstanding chilled soup or sorbet that captures the fragrance perfectly.
• Additionally, dice and combine with mint, lime and a little chilli for an elegant fruit salsa.

Perfect Pairings

Charentais Melon French pairs beautifully with:

• Prosciutto di Parma, Bayonne ham or Iberico – the definitive summer melon companion
• A glass of chilled Sauternes, Muscat or a dry Provence rose alongside
• Fresh mint, lime or a little ginger as a refreshing preparation
• Burrata or fresh mozzarella for a simple and beautiful summer plate

Storage: Store at room temperature until fully ripe. Once ripe, use immediately or refrigerate for one to two days. Furthermore, tropical fruit is best enjoyed at room temperature rather than straight from the fridge. However, some varieties, such as mangosteen and rambutan, are best used within a day or two of delivery for peak quality. Delivered at the right stage and ready to enjoy.

However you enjoy it, Charentais Melon French brings a depth of flavour and quality that commodity produce simply cannot match. Moreover, the finest seasonal fruit is one of the great pleasures of the table.