Again a fruit in the Rosaceae family, belonging to the Prunus persica botanical genus, it is rich in vitamins A, PP, and in potassium.


The peach tree

The peach tree is small with long, dentate leaves. It is closely related to the almond tree.

The fruit

Peach trees originated in China. Confucius mentions them in one of his books in the 1st century BC and they are found on engravings dating back to the 10th century BC.
The Chinese still have many different varieties.


In France, in 1695, Girardot introduced peach growing on espaliers in front of a white wall that reflected the heat. Several hundred varieties are today listed :
- Pavie, with yellow flesh
- Amsden, with white flesh
- Grosse Mignonne, with its fragrant fruit
- Early Hale
- Reine des Vergers
- Téton de Vénus
- Redwin
- Wild or Vine Peach

Did you know ?

Peach trees should not be planted near almond trees since these species can hybridise and produce bitter almonds.


Cherry Rocher selects several of these Peach varieties and, in particular, the Vine Peach, seeking those with the strongest fragrances.

A recipe…peaches in syrup with Arquebuse
A flavoursome cocktail (en attente)