Prunier Sardines in Olive Oil
Prunier vintage sardines, a French signature
Prunier Sardines in Olive Oil are vintage sardines, a classic of the Prunier fine-food range. Sourced from the French catch, prepared and tinned by hand 48 hours of being caught, and preserved in a quality olive oil. The name of the boat and the date of the catch appear on the back of the tin, for complete traceability. Ideal on their own, in a salad or on toast.
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- Origin
- France
Ingredients & allergens
- Ingredients
- Sardines (fish) 85%, extra virgin olive oil 15%, salt.
- Allergens
- Fish
- Storage
- At room temperature, away from light. Very long shelf life before opening (several years). Turn the tin every 6 to 12 months to redistribute the oil. Once opened: consume within 2 to 3 days, refrigerated.
Nutritional values
| Energy | 1095 kJ / 264 kcal |
|---|---|
| Fat | 19,75 g, of which saturates 3,86g |
| Carbohydrates | <0,5 g, of which sugars <0,5 g |
| Protein | 21 g |
| Salt | 1.4 g |
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FAQ
Our expert answers your questions
Why do vintage sardines improve with time?
The vintage sardine evolves in its tin: the olive oil gradually permeates the flesh, the aromas concentrate, and the overall profile refines. Enthusiasts distinguish several stages: the first years reveal the freshness of the fish, the following years bring depth and complexity. It is a tradition particular to French tinned fish, codified by the great houses such as Prunier.
Do you really need to turn the tin?
Yes, it is the rule for keeping vintage sardines. Turn the tin every 6 to 12 months to redistribute the oil and ensure that every sardine benefits from the oil bath evenly. This simple practice preserves the quality of the product over several years.
How many years can the sardines be kept?
Prunier vintage sardines typically keep for between 5 and 10 years, sometimes longer for the most patient enthusiasts. The best-before date indicates the guaranteed keeping period, but the practice of the great houses and of enthusiasts shows that beyond it the product remains of very high quality, and even tends to improve.
Do Prunier sardines make a good gift?
Yes, it is one of their most fitting uses. A tin of vintage sardines is an appreciated gourmet gift, particularly for the discerning enthusiast. For a more considered gesture, several vintages can be given in a gift box, in the spirit of discovery or of a personal collection.
Prunier Sardines in Olive Oil
Prunier Sardines in Olive Oil embody one of the most singular traditions of French tinned fish: the vintage sardine. The whole fish is prepared and tinned by hand within 48 hours of being caught, the better to preserve its natural flavour. Each tin carries on its back the name of the boat and the date of the catch, guaranteeing its traceability. Time shapes the aromatic profile: the flesh refines, the oil takes on the fish's notes more deeply, and the profile gains in complexity.
Prunier selects its sardines to strict criteria (size, freshness, fishing season) and keeps them in a quality olive oil that preserves and accompanies the natural profile of the fish. Each vintage is distinguished by the particular features of the year: the quality of the catch, the profile of the fish, the finesse of the oil.
For tasting, the sardines are served simply: on their own, in a salad, or on a slice of lightly toasted country bread, with a dash of lemon and a few parsley leaves. They are also among the preparations to give as a gift, in the spirit of gourmet giving, particularly alongside their spiced version for lovers of more assertive flavours.