Le Grand Nectarines
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Seasonality: Jul - Aug
Origin: USA
The Le Grand is a large nectarine variety with a dark red over yellow skin coloring. Each fruit has a firm, meaty texture and delicate, semi-acidic flavor.
Le Grand nectarines were the first viable commercial nectarine variety, named for the town in California where they were developed in the early 1940s. While many nectarines have been developed since, the Le Grand has held its own it over the decades and continues to be a favorite of consumers and discerning chefs alike.
Choose firm nectarines with smooth, unblemished skin. Store unripe nectarines in a paper bag until ripe, then store at room temperature for use within 2-3 days.
