Tango (Murcott) mandarins, size #2, grown in Peru under the La Chilca® brand, selected for their large size, excellent juice content, and high natural sweetness. A premium variety recognized for its intense orange color, easily separable pulp, and exceptional quality for fresh consumption.
Organoleptic Properties
Deep orange flesh. Firm, very juicy and fine-textured flesh. Sweet citrus aroma with delicate floral notes. Intensely sweet flavor balanced by mild acidity that provides freshness. Contains few seeds or may be virtually seedless depending on pollination conditions.
Suggested Uses
Ideal for fresh consumption, fresh juices, salads, lunch packs, desserts, mixology, catering, premium retail and foodservice applications.
Format
Cardboard box (C-CTN) with an approximate weight of ±10 Kg. Caliber #4X, fruit selected for uniform size 90mm Diameter and between 250-300gr, with firmness and excellent commercial presentation.
Storage and Handling
Store between 4 and 7 °C with good ventilation to preserve juiciness, firmness and shelf life. Avoid prolonged exposure to temperatures below 3 °C.
Freshness Criteria
Firm fruits with smooth deep orange skin, high juice content and free from bruising, dehydration or mechanical damage.
Origin
Peru.
La mandarina Tango, es una de las variedades tardías más apreciadas a nivel mundial por su elevado contenido de sólidos solubles (°Brix), excelente jugosidad y sabor excepcionalmente dulce. Las condiciones climáticas de la costa peruana, con abundante radiación solar y escasas precipitaciones durante la etapa de maduración, favorecen una excelente acumulación de azúcares, color uniforme y una sobresaliente calidad para exportación.
