Conference
Pear
Introduced in England in 1885 and awarded at the National Pear Conference, this iconic bottle-shaped pear features olive-green skin dusted with rustic gold russeting. It offers remarkable versatility, transitioning from a crisp, refreshing crunch when firm to an incredibly juicy, meltingly sweet floral pear as it fully ripens.
Visual: Elegant, elongated bottle shape with olive-green skin largely covered in rustic, gold-brown russeting.
Taste Profile: Richly sweet and floral with a deep, soothing pear essence.
Eating Fresh: Adaptable texture—crisp and juicy when firm, turning incredibly soft, buttery, and dripping with juice as it ripens.
Best Uses: Versatile across all uses; fantastic for fresh snacking, poaching in red wine, or roasting alongside root vegetables.