Algarve fleur de sel
Livraison offerte en France dès 50 € d’achat, en Europe dès 60 €.
Hand-harvested with a skimmer by artisan salt harvesters
Dried naturally in the sun, with no additives
Handcrafted ceramic made in Portugal
Keeps indefinitely when stored away from moisture
Order prepared within 1 to 3 days · Delivery to France and Europe within 3 to 6 working days
- Description
- How to enjoy it
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Delicate on the palate and delightfully crisp, Algarve fleur de sel is prized by leading chefs around the world for its balanced flavour and artisanal purity. In Algarve, salt harvesting is an age-old craft dating back more than 2,000 years, carried on with the same care and respect for nature.
The ceramic pot’s soft turquoise glaze evokes the crystal-clear waters of the Algarve coast, while the white grains owe their subtle, natural colour to a distinctive process of drying in the sun for nearly a year, allowing the salt to develop its full character and fine texture.
Awarded 3 stars at the Great Taste Awards 2020.
Algarve fleur de sel is available in two sizes: a 100 g pot with a wooden spoon and an 80 g pot without a spoon.
Prized for their refinement and delicate crunch, these salt flakes are ideal for finishing raw dishes. Just a few crystals bring out the freshness of fish tartare, ceviche, sashimi or carpaccio. Their mild, balanced saltiness complements the most delicate flavours without ever overwhelming them.
In the heart of the Ria Formosa Natural Park, in Algarve, southern Portugal, these precious salt flakes are harvested by hand using techniques passed down for over 2,000 years. They are then dried naturally in the sun for almost a year, a slow process that gives them their purity, delicate crunchy texture and rich mineral character.
Our quality standards
It took two years to find and select the finest fleur de sel. We work only with artisan salt harvesters who follow three rules without exception: harvesting by hand with a fleur de sel skimmer, natural drying in the sun, no additives or processing.
It is a craft passed down from generation to generation. The weather and the harvesting technique matter as much as they do for a fine wine — none of it can be industrialised.
Storage
Since 2018, salt and fleur de sel have required neither a use-by date nor a best-before date: salt is 100% natural and has long been used as a preservative. You can therefore use it indefinitely.
Simply keep the pot away from moisture to preserve all its qualities. The cork stopper lets the salt breathe.
Delivery and returns
Orders are prepared within 1 to 3 working days. Delivery to mainland France and Europe takes 3 to 6 working days.
You have 14 days after receipt to notify us of a return. The product must be returned intact in its original packaging.
The farmers of the sea
A craft, not a production line
Being a salt harvester is, above all, a labour of love, passed down from generation to generation. The weather and the harvesting technique matter as much as they do for a fine wine.
We have chosen artisans who remain fascinated by nature, who understand and cultivate both sea and land. Their harvest is of such quality that, once the salt has been gathered, nothing more is needed.
Your questions, our answers
What is the difference between fleur de sel and table salt?
Fleur de sel is the fine layer of crystals that forms on the surface of salt marshes; it is harvested by hand. Richer in minerals, its crystals are softer and its flavour much less sharp than ordinary salt: it crunches between the teeth before melting on the tongue.
When should you add it to a dish?
Always at the last moment, just before serving. During cooking, the crystals dissolve and lose their crunch — the very quality that makes them special.
Why does the flavour vary by origin?
Because sunshine, wind and the nature of the salt pans directly affect the crystals. Fleur de sel from Guérande has a faint violet aroma; mountain fleur de sel, harvested from saline underground springs, has a more mineral character.
How long does it keep?
Indefinitely. Since 2018, salt has required neither a use-by date nor a best-before date. Simply keep the pot away from moisture.
Is the pot reusable?
Yes. It is a handcrafted ceramic pot made in Portugal, with a cork stopper. It is designed to sit on the table and be refilled.
Do you deliver outside France?
Yes, throughout Europe, within 3 to 6 working days. For destinations outside Europe or orders over 10 kg, please write to us at sales@les-terres-blanches.fr.