Necton Organic Fleur de Sel 125g

The Algarve, in the south of Portugal, is one of the last largely unspoilt coastal regions in Europe. Far from industrial production and mass manufacturing, this unique Atlantic coastline is known for its clean ocean waters, abundant sunshine and constant sea breezes — the perfect natural conditions for producing exceptional sea salt using traditional methods that have been preserved for centuries.

It is here, in the historic salt pans around Olhão and Belamandil, that skilled marnotos — the traditional salt workers of the Algarve — carefully harvest Fleur de Sel by hand. This time-honoured profession has been passed down through generations and relies on patience, experience and close observation of the tides, temperature and wind. Using simple traditional tools and no industrial machinery, the marnotos gently skim the delicate salt crystals from the surface of the salt pans at precisely the right moment.

Unlike regular sea salt, Fleur de Sel forms only as a very thin layer of fragile crystals floating on top of the seawater. Because it can only be harvested under ideal weather conditions and in small quantities, it is considered one of the finest and most prized sea salts in the world.

The result is a 100% natural, unrefined finishing salt with no additives or artificial processing. Its delicate crystal flakes retain valuable trace minerals from the Atlantic Ocean, giving it a clean, elegant flavour and a light crunch that melts gently on the tongue.

In the kitchen, Fleur de Sel is used as a finishing salt rather than during cooking. Sprinkle it over grilled fish, seafood, salads, roasted vegetables, steaks, carpaccio or fresh bread with olive oil to enhance flavours with a subtle mineral richness and refined texture. Its delicate crystals bring balance and depth to both simple and gourmet dishes.

Whether for everyday dining or special occasions, this artisanal Fleur de Sel brings the natural purity, craftsmanship and coastal tradition of the Algarve directly to your table.

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Manufacturer: Necton – Companhia Portuguesa de Culturas Marinhas, SA
Address: Belamandil, 8700-172 Olhão (Algarve), Portugal
Phone: +351 289 703 961
Email: info@necton.pt