Spanish Sanguinelli Blood Oranges from Valencia
Grown in our Picanya orchard, the Spanish Sanguinelli blood orange develops its ruby-red anthocyanin pigments naturally thanks to crisp winter nights and sunny Mediterranean days from mid-January through March.
Porquê comprar laranjas de Valência diretamente ao produtor na Hort Alba Garcés?
Colhemos cada caixa à mão no nosso pomar em Picanya (Valência) apenas após a sua encomenda. Sem câmaras frigoríficas nem ceras pós-colheita, chegam a Portugal frescas, sumarentas e com portes incluídos.
Valencia Orange Varieties Comparison & Harvest Calendar
| Variety | Harvest Season | Best For | Sweetness & Flavor | Peel & Seeds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Navelina | November – January | Table & Juice | Very sweet, balanced acidity | Thin unwaxed peel, seedless |
| Washington Navel / Foyos | January – March | Gourmet Table & Juice | Rich, aromatic sweetness | Easy to peel, tender seedless segments |
| Sanguinelli (Blood Orange) | January – March | Table, Juice & Cocktails | Berry notes, rich in anthocyanins | Ruby-streaked flesh, thin aromatic peel |
| Navel Lane Late | February – April | Table & Juice | Extra sweet, low acidity | Very juicy, stays fresh for weeks |
| Valencia Late | April – June | Juice & Summer Table | Refreshing, highest juice % | Thin skin, peak spring juiciness |
Frequently Asked Questions
When are Valencia blood oranges in season?
Our Sanguinelli harvest runs from mid-January to mid-March. Outside those months, our other sweet seasonal Valencia oranges are available fresh from the tree.
What do Sanguinelli blood oranges taste like?
Sweet and intensely citrusy with subtle raspberry/berry notes and stunning crimson juice.
