Tonda Gentile Romana n°42 - Roasted Hazelnut Purée

The Tonda Gentile Romana is a historic Italian variety, strongly associated with Lazio and the tradition of Nocciola Romana. It is recognized by its round, regular fruit and its delicate aromatic profile. Its natural oil content gives it a particularly melt-in-the-mouth texture, a beautiful fluidity when pureed, and a lingering, enveloping finish. Raw, it develops sweet notes of fresh hazelnut, almond, and milk. When roasted, it gains in richness with aromas of biscuit, sweet butter, roasted almond, and golden dried fruits. Less powerful than a Pauetet, but more elegant and mellow, it is ideal for fine pralines, ganaches, creams, ice creams, and all applications where a supple, delicate, and perfectly integrated hazelnut is desired.