Dordogne Mint

Description

Celebrate the regional character of southern France with Dordogne Mint, a fragrant and compact variety often encountered in German nurseries as Wohlriechende Minze (Fragrant Mint). Thought to be synonymous with Apple Perigord, this cultivar hails from the Périgord region, famed for its orchards and culinary heritage, and offers a gently aromatic presence in the herb garden. In Germany it is also known as Wohlriechende Minze or Fragrant Mint.

With rounded, soft leaves, a mild minty flavour, and delicate hints of apple, Dordogne Mint delivers a nuanced profile ideal for herbal teas, fruit salads, and dessert garnishes. More compact in habit than typical Mentha suaveolens (apple mints), it is also less hardy, and so benefits from protection in colder climates or container cultivation.

A lovely choice for those looking to evoke the countryside essence of the Dordogne in both flavour and form, this mint is a reminder that regional varieties often carry a story as rich as their scent.