Le Marin Onfroy: An old and prestigious variety
The Marin Onfroy cider apple tree is an old and prestigious variety, perfectly suited to the needs of cider professionals. Originally from Biscay, in the Spanish Basque Country, and introduced to France in the 16th century, this variety is distinguished by its generous fruits rich in tannins, ideal for producing sweet and balanced ciders. Arboriverse, your specialist wholesale supplier of cider apple plants , will assist you in integrating this emblematic variety into your orchard.
Exceptional fruits for high-end ciders
Fruit characteristics
- Appearance: Medium to large size, with light yellow skin washed with red and elegant stripes.
- Flesh and taste: Tender flesh, with a bitter and bittersweet flavor, perfect for complex and aromatic ciders.
- Aromas: Rich and fruity notes, with a beautiful depth of taste.
These characteristics make it a key ingredient for the production of sweet ciders or refined blends.
A robust but demanding apple tree
Hardiness and port
The Marin Onfroy is a vigorous tree with a slightly dome-shaped, slightly drooping shape. Its robustness allows it to adapt to temperate climates, but it prefers rich, well-drained soils to express its full potential.
Although hardy, its tendency to alternate harvests from one year to the next requires careful management, particularly by:
- Thinning branches
- Regular pruning to balance growth and fruiting
Harvest and use: a calendar adapted to professionals
Production schedule
- Harvest: Apples ripen from mid-November, making them an ideal late-ripening variety for cider makers planning winter brews.
- Processing: The fruits, rich in tannins and aromas, are perfect for the production of single-variety ciders and blends.
Fruit preservation
Marin Onfroy apples offer good post-harvest shelf life, provided they are stored in optimal conditions: a cool, dry, and well-ventilated environment. This allows producers to manage their stocks and plan processing with complete peace of mind.
A key ally for craft cider makers
Cider qualities
Marin Onfroy is prized for its high tannin content and complex aromatic profile. These characteristics allow it to produce:
- Sweet and balanced ciders: Perfect for consumers looking for authenticity.
- Refined blends: Where its bitterness brings a unique structure and depth of taste.
Heritage and authenticity
With a history dating back to the 16th century, Marin Onfroy embodies the legacy of cider-making traditions. Incorporating this variety into your orchard showcases a product steeped in history and meets a growing demand for authentic, local products.
Growing and pollination tips
Cross-pollination
Like many cider apple trees, the Marin Onfroy is self-sterile. It requires the presence of other compatible varieties to ensure optimal fruiting. Arboriverse recommends:
- Queen of Reinettes
- Red mullet from Dol
- Sweet Coët Line
Suitable rootstocks
- MM106: For well-drained soils.
- MM111: For more difficult conditions, with good resistance to Phytophthora.
Maintenance and disease prevention
Although robust, the Marin Onfroy requires regular care:
- Annual pruning: Limits alternation and optimizes fruiting.
- Preventive treatments: Horsetail decoction or Bordeaux mixture to protect the tree against scab or soil fungi.
Why choose Marin Onfroy with Arboriverse?
- Certified and robust plants: Perfectly adapted to your terroir.
- Personalized technical advice: To optimize your yields.
- Reliable logistical support: With fast and efficient deliveries in France.
Summary of Marin Onfroy's strengths
- An exceptional fruit: Bitter and bittersweet flavors, ideal for refined and balanced ciders.
- Cider versatility: Perfect for single varieties or complex blends.
- Historical heritage: An ancient and emblematic variety, steeped in history.
- Agronomic adaptability: Although vigorous, it fits perfectly into semi-intensive or traditional orchards.
- Commercial promotion: A premium product meeting the requirements of artisanal and high-end markets.
Conclusion
The Onfroy Marin Cider Apple Tree is an essential variety for producers seeking to combine taste quality, historical heritage, and agronomic adaptability. Thanks to its generous, tannin-rich fruit, it guarantees smooth, balanced ciders that appeal to a demanding clientele seeking authenticity.
Choose the Marin Onfroy with Arboriverse, your specialist wholesale supplier of cider apple plants , to integrate this prestigious variety into your orchards and fully enhance your cider production.
