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L'AranciaDoc® Special Box
For gifting · Red Tarocco
Box of about 7.5kg · Size 7-8
7.5 kg box
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Features
- Variety and origin: a box of selected Tarocco Rosso oranges, grown in Sicily, on the slopes of Etna, where the volcanic soil and mild climate encourage intense pigmentation and a unique aroma.
- Appearance and shape: medium-sized fruit, with a thin skin, orange in colour with shades of deep red due to the presence of natural anthocyanins.
- Flesh and taste: sweet, juicy and fragrant, with the typical strawberry-like aroma that marks out the best red oranges.
- Growing method: integrated pest management, with no waxes or post-harvest treatments, respecting seasonality and environmental sustainability.
- Nutritional values: rich in vitamin C, potassium and fibre, with antioxidant properties thanks to the presence of anthocyanins and flavonoids.
- Origin and quality: origin Italy – Sicily – Class I – Size 7-8. Product subject to weight loss.
Tarocco Rosso oranges are harvested between December and April, at the peak of ripeness, to guarantee optimum juiciness and sweetness.
The L’AranciaDoc® Special Box contains about 7.5 kg of Tarocco Rosso oranges, packed in an elegant cardboard box: perfect as a gift or for anyone who loves the authentic flavours of Sicily.
Shipping by express courier, straight from the producer to your table.
Good to know
Description
The L’AranciaDoc® Tarocco orange box is designed to offer an authentic taste experience, holding the essence of the Sicilian land in every fruit.
Tarocco red oranges stand out for their thin skin and intensely pigmented flesh, with a bright red colour and a sweet, aromatic flavour.
The Tarocco variety is considered one of the finest for fresh juice, but also for everyday eating. Its balance of sugars and acidity and its strawberry-like scent make it the favourite of lovers of Sicilian oranges.
Every orange is hand-picked, selected and carefully packed, with no post-harvest treatments, to guarantee a genuine, natural product.
It is a variety so representative of our production that it has taken the name of the AranciaDoc® brand, a byword for Sicilian quality and authenticity.
Nutritional information
Tarocco Rosso oranges provide a high amount of vitamin C, useful for strengthening the immune system and countering free radicals.
Potassium helps regulate blood pressure and fibre improves digestion.
Anthocyanins, responsible for the deep red colour, have antioxidant and anti-ageing properties, making Tarocco oranges a healthy, nutritious food.
With an average of about 45 kcal per 100 g, they make a light, energising snack, ideal at any time of day.
In the kitchen
Tarocco Rosso oranges from Sicily are versatile and suit many preparations:
sweet, fragrant freshly squeezed juices, rich in vitamins;
red orange marmalades, also with candied peel;
citrus cakes and tarts with a fresh taste;
Sicilian salads with fennel, onion and black olives;
decorations or infusions, thanks to the natural, untreated peel.
A box that also makes an ideal gourmet gift, perfect for the festive season or for anyone who loves the authentic flavours of Sicily.
Frequently asked questions
What does the L’AranciaDoc® Special Box contain?
A selection of about 7.5 kg of Tarocco Rosso oranges from Sicily, hand-picked and packed in an elegant gift box.
Why choose Tarocco Rosso oranges?
For their sweet, aromatic taste, their red flesh rich in anthocyanins and the superior quality of Sicilian Tarocco oranges.
Do Tarocco oranges contain seeds?
They are generally seedless, though some fruit may contain a few because of natural pollination.
How should the box of oranges be stored?
In a cool, dry place, away from heat sources.
Can I give it as a gift?
Yes, the L’AranciaDoc® gift box is perfect for Christmas presents, food hampers or as a gourmet gift for anyone who loves Sicilian citrus fruit.
Where can I buy Tarocco Rosso oranges online?
At AranciaDoc, a portal dedicated to the sale of Sicilian Tarocco oranges online.
Shipping and delivery
With this box, shipping to Italy is free. For some smaller islands and hard-to-reach areas there is a surcharge, which we calculate from the postcode.
At checkout you can add delivery to your floor (€5) or delivery by appointment (€4).