VIVA® Cantaloupe Melon grown in Sonora, Mexico, selected for uniformity, high sugar content and excellent aroma. Orange flesh fruit known for its characteristic sweetness and consistent quality during the Northwest Mexico growing season.
Organoleptic Properties
Bright orange flesh. Juicy and soft texture. Intense sweet aroma. Sweet flavor with floral and slightly musky notes.
Suggested Uses
Ideal for fresh consumption, fruit salads, breakfast menus, smoothies, natural juices, desserts, mixology, catering and foodservice applications.
Format
Corrugated carton (C-CTN) with approximate weight of ±20 Kg. Size #9 indicating approximately 9 melons per carton, corresponding to large fruit ideal for retail display and institutional use.
Storage and Handling
Store between 2 and 5 °C. Once cut, keep refrigerated and consume shortly to preserve freshness and flavor.
Freshness Criteria
Firm fruits, free from cracks or bruising, sweet aroma at the stem end, well-defined netting and appropriate weight for size.
Origin
Sonora, Mexico.
Sonora’s desert climate promotes higher sugar concentration, resulting in consistently sweet cantaloupes with strong export quality.
