Piment d'Espelette

Piment d'Espelette is a very special, flavourful chilli that is grown with love and care in the area around Espelette in the French Basque Country at the foot of the Pyrenees. Only Piment d'Espelette from this region is allowed to bear this designation (AOC - Appelation d'Origine Contrôlée). With Piment d'Espelette, the focus is on the versatile flavour and not the heat. Many gourmet chefs and lovers of savoury dishes around the world appreciate the fruity aroma with its fine acidity, the gentle heat and the subtle smoky note.