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PGI — Label Rouge — Rhône-Alpes
White, black or yellow chicken reared free-range — 81 days minimum — fine, tender meat from the Dauphiné.
Free-range poultry from Rhône-Alpes, PGI (IGP) since 2010.
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The Drôme has been producing quality farm poultry since the end of the 19th century, when the abundance of farms necessitated the organisation of poultry markets in the region. A former territory of the Dauphiné, the Drôme forms a bridge between continental and Mediterranean climates. Today, PGI and Label Rouge recognise this living savoir-faire. Production is spread across the department of Drôme and the neighbouring cantons of Isère, Ardèche and Hautes-Alpes.
A rolling landscape, at the heart of a pivotal region between a continental climate and Mediterranean influences. Varied pasture, local cereals, abundant fresh water. Slow-growing strains, selected for their adaptation to the terroir.
Appearance
White, black or yellow flesh; low in fat; firm and fine-grained
Aroma
Subtle, lightly herbaceous
Taste
Delicate and balanced flavour, herbaceous notes linked to a diet based on cereals (75% minimum), tender and juicy
Texture
Firm and tender meat, fine grain, low moisture content — characteristic of slaughter at 81 days minimum for chickens
Chickens with white, black or yellow meat depending on the local slow-growing strains. Guinea fowl, turkeys, capons, poulardes, Muscovy ducks and geese are also covered by the Volailles de la Drôme PGI, in supply chains distinct from chicken.
Rearing takes place in the department of Drôme and the neighbouring cantons of Isère, Ardèche and Hautes-Alpes. Access to an outdoor run that is grassy and/or shaded is mandatory by 6 weeks at the latest for chickens (minimum area 2 m²/bird). Feed based on cereals and cereal by-products, minimum 75% weighted average. Slaughter from 81 days for chickens — slow-growing strain.
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Cooking: Roast 55–60 min at 180°C (1.5–2 kg poultry). Firm meat due to the slow growth of the strain — longer cooking time than standard.
Accompaniments: Light mustard sauce, seasonal vegetables (carrots, beans).
Since: 2010
Area covered: Drôme + neighbouring cantons of Isère, Ardèche and Hautes-Alpes
Key requirements: Free-range, grassy/shaded outdoor run ≥ 2 m²/bird from 6 weeks; feed 75% cereals minimum; slow-growing strain; slaughter ≥ 81 days (chickens)
Since: 1995
Area covered: Drôme + neighbouring cantons of Isère, Ardèche and Hautes-Alpes
Key requirements: Free-range, grassy/shaded outdoor run ≥ 2 m²/bird from 6 weeks; feed 75% cereals minimum; slow-growing strain; slaughter ≥ 81 days (chickens)
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