Red vine

Origin of ingredients

Sicarappam

Terroir

Sicarappam is located in the Auvergne region of France. One of the characteristics of the region is the Massif Central, comprising mountains of volcanic origin such as the Chaîne des Puys, and extensive plateaux such as the Aubrac plateau. The region's altitudes vary, with a mountain climate in the highlands and a continental climate in the plains and valleys. Located in the commune of Aubiat, the soils around the cooperative are volcanic, clayey, silty and alluvial. The region benefits from a variety of water sources, including rivers, groundwater and regular rainfall. Biodiversity is rich, with a diverse flora and fauna reflecting the different natural habitats of the Auvergne region.

Background and challenges

SICARAPPAM is an agricultural cooperative of producers of medicinal and aromatic plants. Created in 1987, it works to produce quality plants that are harvested and cultivated in a sustainable manner. Today, the cooperative is made up of some fifty producers who pick between February and November throughout France, giving priority to direct sales and long-term relationships.

Community projects

Thanks to its wealth of experience, the cooperative is working to further diversify its plants, enabling it to collaborate with professionals in the plant world.