Varietal characteristics
The lemon is one of the most recognisable and appreciated citrus fruits, thanks to its bright colour and fresh, intense aroma. The lemon tree belongs to the Citrus genus and can reach a height of between 3 and 6 metres. Its buds and flowers, white with purple hues, herald the arrival of the fruit, which ripens slowly under the sun.
Lemons vary in shape from round to oval, with a yellow skin that can be smooth or rough, often with a small bump at one end. Inside, the flesh is juicy and almost colourless, while the white part between the skin and the flesh, called the “albedo”, is spongy and varies in thickness depending on the variety.
The lemons used for jam are harvested between December and March, when the fruit reaches the perfect balance between juiciness and aroma. It is during this period that they release their most intense fragrance and offer the best in terms of taste.