Skip to main content Skip to footer
ACCOUNT
HELP

french grey salt

dried
fine grain
4.8
Based on 62 reviews
portion
0.5 oz
50¢
shaker jar
3.5 oz
$3
refill
3.5 oz
$2
large refill
16 oz
$8
x-large refill
80 oz
$27
PACKAGING GUIDE
VARIANTS
coarse grain - dried
fine grain - dried
artisanally harvested

This sea salt is the fine grain version of dried French grey salt. Though lighter in color than the coarse grain French grey salt, it has the same briny sea flavor tang. It can be used as a table salt, or in the regular course of cooking. It is rich in flavor, but softer on the palate than commercial salt.

It is also produced naturally and without additives or refinement of most grocery store finds. The salt marsh workers' centuries-old artisanal approach has insured a sustainable and enduring coexistence with—and deep respect for—nature and the surrounding flora and fauna.
QUICK INFO
french grey salt , fine grain
PROCESSING / FORM
fine grain
ORIGIN
France
AKA
Celtic Salt
The harvesting of our Guérande collection of salts is rich in tradition. The marshes from which the salts are collected were originally conceived and carved out of a coastal area in the French town of Guérande by monks in 945 AD. The monks' careful planning has bestowed us with these superlative salts harvested in a sustainable way—as is proven by the centuries of production they have yielded. The salt workers, called paludiers, embrace this responsibility and strive to preserve the balance of man and nature which allows for both a high-quality product and the preservation of a precious ecosystem. The marsh area they work is now a Protected Geographical Indication (PGI), this European quality assurance has strict specifications of industry.

Harvesting is done during the summer, but only under very specific conditions where in ocean, sun, and wind combine to form the prized fleur de sel in large sheets on the surface of the salt pools (œillets). The crystals are carefully skimmed by hand, usually using a rake called a "lousse," the salt is then collected in piles to drain and dry. The grey salt (sel gris) is collected from the bottom of these salt pools. It is mineral-rich as is reflected by its briny flavor and grey hue.

The sea salts do not undergo any form of washing or chemical treatments. It is sieved to remove as many impurities as possible, this is a completely natural product—harvested with traditional methods. It is devoid of additives, it contains none of the anti-caking agents, iodine, fluorine, or nitrites found commercial salts.
QUICK FACT

Coarse salt is harvested all summer whenever mild weather combines an appropriate amount of wind and sun for the salt to be concentrated through the effect of evaporation. On such days, in late afternoon, the salt worker uses a "las" (wide wooden rake) to push the salt to the edges of the "œillets" (salt pools) for collection and draining.

The Guérande farming cooperative averages 13,000 metric tons of salt per year.

 
related
RECIPES
a sweet treat recipe using:
by Kayla Blydenburgh
Maple Bacon Brussels Sprouts
with Candied Pecans
a dinner recipe using:
by Vinny DelGiudice
Turkey Tortelloni
with pumpkin, goat cheese and honey
a dinner recipe using:
by Janette Ceracchi
Apple and Parsnip Soup
with Rosemary Croutons
a soup recipe using:
by Kimberly Dennison
related
ARTICLES
garnish your ice cream using Fleur de Sel gourmet finishing salt:
A case for salting your ice cream using a bit of tradition, a bit of science, and some fun companion spices to entice.
a spice primer:
Fleur de Sel is a finishing salt-sprinkle these gourmet flakes on your dishes just before serving.
other
RECOMMENDATIONS
5.0
vietnamese
whole
Our Vietnamese whole black peppercorns have an intense aroma, but a more mellow taste with woody flavor notes.
0.35 oz - PORTION$0.50
1.8 oz - JAR$6
1.8 oz - REFILL$5
8 oz - REFILL$13
0.35 oz - PORTION $0.50
4.9
whole
Pink peppercorn, though peppery, is more rounded than the assertive black peppercorn; it has delicate fruity notes that can be almost sweet.
0.18 oz - PORTION$0.50
0.8 oz - JAR$6
0.8 oz - REFILL$5
0.18 oz - PORTION $0.50
4.8
gourmet sea salt
flakes
This gourmet artisanal finishing salt is harvested by hand from the coast of France. This bright white treasure is comprised of snow-like crystals and has a slight hint of violets. Use only a pinch of this to enhance dishes just before serving.
3 oz - JAR$7
3 oz - REFILL$6
16 oz - REFILL$29
3 oz - JAR $7
4.9
dried
coarse grain
This artisanal dried coarse grain French grey salt is rich in minerals and is tinged grey from the clay bottom of the tidal pools from which it is harvested. Briny and flavorful, but softer on the palate than commercial salts.
0.5 oz - PORTION$0.50
3 oz - JAR$3
3 oz - REFILL$2
16 oz - REFILL$8
0.5 oz - PORTION $0.50
4.9
mild
blend
The mild heat of this chili powder blend allows all these spices to declare themselves nicely without being too overt.
0.35 oz - PORTION$0.50
2 oz - JAR$6
2 oz - REFILL$5
8 oz - REFILL$14
0.35 oz - PORTION $0.50
related
REVIEWS (62)
custom label info included!
need new
SPICE JARS?
Each empty jar comes with a customizable label so you can keep track of what you decant. Only $1 each.
REPLACE YOUR ODD-SIZED JARS!
want a new
SPICE RACK?
Fill this wooden display rack with ANY of your pinch jar favorites for $49 (rack + 12 pinch jars).
SELECT 12 SPICE PINCH JARS!
fill with 12 pinch jars!
JOIN OUR MAILING LIST
SIGN UP
©Selefina | by adagio teas - copyright 2024
Privacy Policy   |   Cookie Policy
Ask us a question.
Anytime!
Questions?
Selefina ChatBot
You may ask me any question and I will gladly answer.

If you don't like my answer, please take a look at our FAQs.
>