Rather than focusing on large-scale commercial production, Agrumes Schaller specialises in preserving citrus varieties that have largely disappeared from modern agriculture. Its orchards contain an extraordinary collection of fruits including cedrat, yuzu, bergamot, finger lime, Buddha’s hand, and numerous heritage lemon and orange varieties. This dedication has established the estate as Europe’s leading specialist citrus producer, supplying an exceptional community of Michelin-starred chefs across eight countries, including dozens of three-starred and World’s 50 Best restaurants among the most celebrated in the world.

The domain’s roots lie in a pioneering vision for citrus diversity, one that traces back to a now-legendary phone call: one of France’s most celebrated chefs seeking bergamots of exceptional quality. From that single request grew one of Europe’s most important citrus collections, built around preserving diversity and championing flavour above all else. Under the Schallers’ stewardship, this vision has been carried further still — extending the collection, deepening the agronomic expertise, and forging relationships with the world’s finest kitchens and food artisans.

Agrumes Schaller’s fruits are harvested at peak maturity from certified organic groves to capture their full aromatic complexity. In many respects, the estate operates more like a fine vineyard than a traditional fruit farm, with each variety reflecting the characteristics of its Mediterranean environment. This attention to detail aligns naturally with Castle Freke Distillery’s small-batch approach, where every botanical is selected for the character and depth it contributes to the final spirit.