Guérande sea salt | coarse |

What is it about / Product description

This Guérande sea salt from France is traditionally harvested in the salt marshes of the Atlantic coast and offered in a coarse grain size. The crystalline salt flakes have a natural, slightly grey colour and naturally contain mineral trace elements. In the Biova range, it stands for authentic, unadulterated seasoning in creative cooking.

Thanks to gentle harvesting and drying, the coarse sea salt retains its original structure and dissolves slowly. It is ideal for anyone who values natural foods and a conscious diet. Biova ensures consistent quality and carefully selects the origin batches.

In the kitchen, Guérande sea salt can be used in many ways – from the mill and baking in a salt crust to finishing directly at the table. The coarse crystals give dishes a pleasantly salty note without overpowering them. This makes the sea salt a practical basic seasoning for everyday use and fine cuisine.

Origin

The sea salt comes from the traditional salt marshes of the Guérande region on the French Atlantic coast. Mild temperatures, plenty of sunshine and steady winds there create ideal conditions for the natural evaporation of seawater. The region’s long salt-making tradition stands for artisanal expertise and consistent quality.

Cultivation / Production / Harvest

For this coarse sea salt, Atlantic water is channelled into shallow basins and concentrated solely by sun and wind. The salt crystals are pushed by hand out of the basins by the paludiers using wooden tools and then gently dried. Biova relies on a form that is as unprocessed as possible, without chemical additives or refining.

Special characteristics

Characteristic of Guérande sea salt is its slightly grey colour, which results from contact with the clay-rich bottom of the basins. The coarse grain size ensures a slow dissolving process and an intense mouthfeel when seasoning at the table. Compared to refined table salt, this salt remains natural and still contains part of its original minerals.

Differences in origin and processing

In contrast to industrially evaporated vacuum salt, this sea salt is obtained exclusively through natural evaporation. The artisanal harvest in Guérande produces irregular, coarse crystals with a characteristic structure. Regional features such as climate, water quality and traditional techniques shape the flavour and distinguish it from other sea salts.

Taste & aroma

Coarse-grained Guérande sea salt is characterised by a clear, salty taste with a subtle mineral note. It feels full on the palate but not harsh and supports the natural flavour of dishes. It has no dominant inherent smell, so the salt can be used neutrally in a wide variety of dishes.

Possible uses

• As table salt in a mill for individual seasoning of hot and cold dishes.
• For salt crusts on fish, meat or vegetables to create an aromatic, protective shell.
• For curing, marinating and coarse salting of grilled food or oven dishes.

Product specification

• Country of origin: France
• Grain size: coarse
• Colour: natural grey to light grey
• Weight per unit: 1.0 kg
• Product type: Food / spice, sea salt