Negret

Variety of Hazelnut · Corylus avellana

Small, aromatic leading cultivar of Catalonia (Reus) for the confectionery industry.

Also known as: Negreta

🇪🇸 Spain

Taste & characteristics

mildnuttyaromatic

Given in thirds of a month (early / mid / late) for the northern hemisphere in a temperate climate; altitude and season shift them.

Small, roundish nut with dark shell; high kernel share, fine aroma, blanches well.

Weak to moderate, compact growth.

Regular yields; the main cultivar of the 'Avellana de Reus' PDO.

Spain's most important kernel cultivar, often combined with Segorbe.

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