Reinette du Mans

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NEW FOR 2025.

Good Apple Info Difficulty Rating:

Expect easy.

Tree Habit:

Apple Color:

Green, turning yellow when ripe, with gray lenticles.

Size:

Medium.

Flavor:

Subacid – firm and juicy, and very aromatic sweet vanilla fragrance.

Bloom:

End Main Season

Ripe:

Late October.

History:

17th century France. An ark of taste variety, highly sought after in Paris during the World Wars.

After it has been stored for a while, cooked and served with pork or in tarte Tatin. It holds its shape and texture when cooked, and makes nice juice.

Storage:

Excellent, 3+ months.

Uses:

Fresh eating, baking, juicing.