: Wild Black Pepper "Voatsiperifery" Ground

In Malagasy, it is called Voatsiperifery, meaning "fruit of the tree".

Rare and highly appreciated, wild black pepper grows only at high altitudes in the unspoiled forests of Madagascar, in the island's mountainous areas. When fully ripe, it has an alluring bright red color, and it is at this point that it is harvested – a difficult and dangerous task. The wild vine that produces the pods of this highly sought-after pepper grows around tall trees, reaching heights of up to 20 meters. The small, oval, brown-red pods feature a characteristic dark brown stem and are hand-picked and processed by the local population.

Sambava Épices has directly selected the production areas and is currently the only company in Madagascar that practices sustainable harvesting of the product. This extraordinary pepper is a true explosion of aromas, with its long-lasting fruity notes and citrus and floral undertones. It is harvested in the Fianarantsoa region, the Highlands of Madagascar, known for its alternating hills and valleys, with a warm temperate climate. This region also produces white pepper and red chili.

Usage Suggestions

Used just like black pepper, it has a pleasantly fresh flavor, with spicy hints of fruit and wood. It is also delicious when added to fresh fruit salads, ice cream, sorbets, and sweet-sour dishes. It is particularly tasty when added to pork and lamb dishes, as the locals use it fresh in their rice and meat-based meals.

The Company

Sambava Épices S.a.r.l. is a company based in Madagascar, with its headquarters in the island's capital, Antananarivo. The company works with carefully selected small Malagasy producers, with the goal of offering excellent spices while preserving the territory, the originality of the raw materials, and the well-being of its collaborators. The selection and taste of the products are of exceptional quality, choosing only the best spices available on the island.

Origin

Madagascar is an island that formed over 70 million years ago, a pristine place with some of the most unique flora and fauna in the world, as well as incredible flavors represented by spices—raw materials that have conquered the world of gourmet gastronomy. Madagascar is home to rare species and plants that are found only on this extraordinary island. Its mild, humid climate and fertile soil contribute to this exceptional biodiversity.

Second to none on the planet, it is the ideal environment for spices to thrive and create new flavor blends.

Type

Ground Wild Black Pepper Voatsiperifery

Packaging

80 g bag

Specifications

Product name: Wild Black Pepper Voatsiperifery in grains

Net weight: 80g (product subject to natural weight loss)

Origin: Madagascar

Imported by: Longino & Cardenal S.p.A., via Ambrogio Moroni 8, Pogliano Milanese

Product label

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