The sea of Normandy, the matrix of our vintages
Where the tides shape the flavours
Normandy is a unique maritime region. A powerful natural matrix, which gives each shellfish its unique character.
- Stable temperatures thanks to the Gulf Stream
- Strong tides on the west coast of Normandy
- Great diversity of seabed habitats
- Rich in nutrients and phytoplankton
Sleeping art: fishing that respects living creatures
The nobility of a peach that preserves
Crates placed on the seabed collect the species while minimising stress. Respectful of habitats and marine biodiversity, this conscious choice is the source of impeccable quality.
- No impact on marine diversity
- Traditional and sustainable techniques
- Daily deliveries for total freshness
Our traps and cages: diversity and efficiency
Appropriate tools for each species
Each animal responds to specific stimuli. This requires a suitable tool. Our crates, the result of traditional craftsmanship, are chosen to ensure high-quality catches and optimise our movements.
- Casiers paimpolais, conquetois, Carteret, parloirs
- Chutes measuring 20 cm (crustaceans) and 30 cm (crab)
- Small cylindrical black boxes for bouquets
Cutting-edge techniques serving nature and taste.
Our bait: freshness that is non-negotiable
Freshness in the lockers, for uncompromised flavours
Always striving for innovation, we favour fresh bait, chosen for its attractiveness and resistance. Set fishing and small-scale fishing require precise engineering, where every detail counts.
- Bait: horse mackerel, red mullet, gurnard
- Careful positioning in the lockers
- Adjusting bait according to season and species
Blue lobster
Norman icon
A symbol of the Normandy coast, blue kingfish are caught using pots, in accordance with regulatory sizes.
- Fishing with a trap near the rocks
- Minimum size of 87 mm respected
- Coastal vessels from 8 to 12 metres
Oysters
Four methods, four signatures
Shaped by the tides, each Navarre oyster tells our story: the pursuit of gustatory perfection.
- La Gamèn’ cocktail: flat pockets and pockets rotating
- Fine de Normandie: traditional flat pockets
- Antelope 1858: flat pockets and pockets rotating
- Henri IV Premium: pockets rotary
The Scallops
Excellence at your fingertips
Our scallops are harvested by hand, one by one, by experienced scuba divers working in our territory.
- Manual and selective harvesting
- Areas free from trawling
- Class A sanitary zones
Other crustaceans
Diversity and finesse
Crab, lobster, spider crab and bouquet crab are caught using traps, respecting both the creatures and traditional methods. The fishing grounds around the Channel Islands and Granville Bay provide us with the finest catches.
- Protective crates, specific to each species
- Baits selected for greater performance
- Preferred background techniques
Maritime workshop Navarre: transparency and guarantees
Certified excellence, guaranteed trust
Our fishing techniques have a very positive impact on all the vintages in our collection. High-quality seafood, acclaimed and recognised with the highest distinctions:
- Culinary College of France
- Awards for the agri-food industry
- MSC sustainable seafood
- Exceptional export logistics
- Protected Geographical Indication label
The Normandy coast, to enhance your creations
L’art dormant is a fishing technique that guarantees products that are ready to eat, with an irreplaceable taste and texture.
