French asparagus are well known for their unique flavour and UK produce supplier Wellocks have both purple and white asparagus from the Loire valley available at the moment.According Jean, who sources asparagus for the company, there is nothing to beat the fresh French asparagus, "It is unique because of the soil it is grown in, the weather in region and traditional growing methods used. I believe this is the best asparagus in the world. They have absolutely no bitterness and a very strong flavour."
Wellock imports around half a ton of French asparagus a week during the season, March-June.
Frederic and Laura Poupard at L’Angevine are the growers who produce this asparagus in L’Angevine, in the Loire Valley.
“We have the right combination of weather, human environment, traditional farming methods and soil – and after 12 years of experimenting we’ve been able to make the right choice of asparagus varieties that perfectly match these conditions,” explains Frederic.
For more information:
Email: info@wellocks.co.uk
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