Dutch Mignonne Apple

The Dutch Mignonne Apple, also known as the Golden Reinette and Reinette Dorée, was introduced to the UK by Thomas Harvey of Catton Hall, near Norwich, probably from Holland, and first listed by George Lindley, nurseryman of Catton, Norwich in 1771. A popular Victorian garden apple, it is a medium-sized dull green-skinned apple with a little russeting and orange flush. The flesh is cream coloured, finegrained, firm, crisp and very juicy. Sweet, with a rich aroma. A highly esteemed heritage dessert apple. Also used to make a sweet sauce and holds its shape in pies.