The beautiful story of a
100% French Organic apple
A meeting of four men...
... who fell in love with an apple...
... and who developed the project of an apple variety that is grown only organically and only in France!
First establishment of Juliet®orchards in Provence
Creation of the Association "Les Amis de Juliet®", which brings together organic apple growers.
The "Les Amis de Juliet®" association was created on May 18th, 2005.
It unites over 130 growers coming from all large commercial orchard regions of France.
The purpose of our association is to:
The development of orchards by increasing the number of producers in different regions of France.
The story of the apple and the “Les Amis de Juliet®” association
At the origin of the Juliet® apple story is Guilhem Sévérac, arboriculture expert from the Chamber of Agriculture of Vaucluse, who by planting the first Juliet® apple trees on an experimental plot, discovered the enormous potential of this apple.
Results of this experiment exceeded all expectations. Juliet® shines with its taste qualities: it is firm, juicy, fragrant, and sweet but, as a bonus, it is well suited to organic farming. Juliet® apple is naturally resistant to the apple scab and aphids.
Thanks to its qualities, Juliet® has won hearts of many growers across France, today numbering over 130, united in the ”Les Amis de Juliet®” association.
The growers are the best ambassadors of the Juliet® apple variety, in which there is a significant interest outside France. Juliet® is coveted in Europe and Asia's markets alike... Our growers are proud to be promoting the value of French orchards around the world.
The origin of the Juliet® apple is a story that perfectly illustrates the alliance between passion for agriculture and innovation. This apple is not just a fruit, but the fruit of hard work, meticulous observation and a deep understanding of nature's needs. It was in this relentless quest for excellence that Benoît Escande and Guilhem Sévérac discovered a treasure in the heart of their fields, a treasure that would conquer palates the world over.
Buoyed by their success, the creators of the Juliet® apple have gathered around them a community of enthusiasts: the producers of the "Friends of Juliet®" association. These men and women are much more than just growers; they are the guardians of a heritage, the protectors of a tradition, the ambassadors of French excellence. Together, they share a love for this exceptional apple and are committed to preserving its quality and unique character.
The origins of the Juliet® apple lie not only in the hard work of its creators, but also in the mystery of nature itself. For every fruit, with its nuances of flavour and incomparable texture, carries within it the story of its origins. And for the Juliet® apple, this story is one of a magical encounter between human know-how and the bounty of the earth. It is this perfect alchemy that gives the Juliet® apple its distinctive character and its place of choice in the world of gastronomy.
From its humble beginnings on an experimental plot in France, the Juliet® apple has come a long way to become an undisputed benchmark on the world market. Its success now extends beyond France's borders, spreading across Europe and even to Asian markets. But despite its international reputation, the Juliet® apple has not forgotten its roots. It remains deeply rooted in the French soil, a living symbol of agricultural excellence and human ingenuity.
Every bite of Juliet® apple is a tribute to its past, to its visionary creators and to all those who, day after day, look after its orchard with dedication and passion. With every crunch, you can almost hear the whisper of the trees telling the story of their origins, the story of an apple that has conquered the world while remaining true to its French roots.
