Albert Ménès Piment d’Espelette AOP is a French spice made from Espelette pepper, a protected product from the Basque Country in southwestern France. The pepper is known for its fruity aroma, warm red color, and moderate heat, giving dishes depth without overwhelming them.

Albert Ménès offers it as a finely ground seasoning, packed in a glass jar and intended for everyday cooking as well as refined gastronomy. Its AOP status guarantees that the pepper comes from the defined Espelette production area and follows specific traditional methods.

The official profile describes Espelette pepper powder as aromatic, with fruity, toasted, and hay-like notes, followed by a progressive spicy sensation rather than aggressive heat. It is commonly used in place of black pepper and works well with meat, fish, eggs, vegetables, sauces, soups, Basque dishes, and even chocolate.

In the Albert Ménès range, this product reflects the brand’s focus on carefully sourced spices and regional French specialties.