Organic
Orléans Apple
"Savoring the flavor of 18th-century France"
A classic French dessert apple known for its tender flesh and rich, sweet-tart flavor profile. The Orléans Apple has a beautiful yellow skin, blushed with red and brown highlights, making it a popular choice for consumption and presentation.
Also known as
Orléans Reinette, Orleans Red, Red Orleans, Orléans Rouge
Botanical name
Malus domestica
Product Details
PLU Code
93554
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Apples › All sizes
Origin
Loire Valley, France
Temperature
-1 to 4°C (30 to 39°F)
Shelf Life
3-6 months
Status
Approved
About Orléans Apple
The Orléans Apple is an heirloom variety originating in France in the 18th century, highly prized for its complex flavor and fine texture. It is suitable for both fresh consumption and cooking applications.
Nutrition Information
The Orléans Apple is a nutrient-rich fruit, here are its nutrition facts per 100 grams:
Energy 52 kilocalories
Carbohydrates 13.8 grams
Fiber 2.4 grams
Sugar 9.5 grams
Protein 0.3 grams
Fat 0.2 grams
Sodium 0 milligrams
Potassium 107 milligrams
Folate 1 micrograms
Vitamin C 5 milligrams
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for apples in regular air storage (general recommendation; varies by variety). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
-1 to 4°C (30 to 39°F)
Humidity
90-95%
Packaging
Modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) or controlled atmosphere storage (CAS)
Shelf Life
3-6 months
Storage Notes: Cool apples rapidly after harvest; the effects of slow cooling become more apparent the longer the fruit are stored. Produces significant ethylene: store apart from ethylene-sensitive produce. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 176-194.
Applies to: apples in regular air storage (general recommendation; varies by variety).
Not verified by this source: packaging (retained from earlier enrichment).
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4-digit codes: Conventional produce
93000-94999: Organic form of an assigned 3000-4999 code
83000 series: Future conventional assignments
84000 series: Corresponding future organic assignments
Prefix 8: Has no standalone GMO significance
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