Nyons black olive affinade 100g vignolis

Vignolis Black Olive Affinade, Nyons AOP, 100 g. At the heart of the 2nd arrondissement, G. Detou has carried it since 1951 on its condiments shelf. A black olive affinade from Nyons AOP, crafted by Vignolis — a pure olive purée with no additives, made from 90% Nyons olive pulp and 10% Nyons olive oil.

Ingredients: black Nyons AOP olive pulp (90%), Nyons AOP olive oil (10%). Available in a 100 g jar at €4.90 — pick up in-store in Paris or order for delivery anywhere in France.

Why we carry this product at G. Detou

Vignolis is the cooperative of the Nyonsais region (Drôme), specializing in the processing of Tanche olives under the Nyons AOP designation. The Nyons AOP specifications require the Tanche variety, a harvest no earlier than December 20, and a strictly defined geographic area limited to the Baronnies provençales.

The Drôme provençale is a distinctive olive-growing region: more continental than the Côte d'Azur, with a later harvest season than Spain, it produces a style of oil and olive that has no equivalent elsewhere in France.

As it reaches full ripeness, the Tanche olive develops a sweet, fruity flesh quite unlike classic Mediterranean varieties. It is precisely this characteristic that justifies the stringent requirements of the Nyons AOP specifications.

We carry Vignolis for the consistent quality of their product and the cooperative's unwavering commitment to the Nyons AOP zone. An affinade is a simpler preparation than a tapenade — no capers, no anchovies, just the olive and olive oil from the same origin. 100% Nyons AOP composition.

Serving suggestions

For a minimalist aperitif toast, spread a thin layer on warm toasted bread — the oil melts in and the pulp releases its wrinkled-olive aroma.

To flavor a vinaigrette, stir a teaspoon of affinade into your usual dressing: it adds an olive note without any pieces.

As a finishing touch for risotto, stir in a teaspoon off the heat — the affinade melts through and perfumes the cooked rice.

For a reimagined deviled egg, blend the yolks with a little affinade and mayonnaise — a Mediterranean-inspired appetizer bite.

To enjoy on its own: remove the olives from their liquid 15 minutes before serving, arrange them in a small bowl, and finish with a drizzle of olive oil. The pairing of Nyons olives with Nyons oil is a simple yet perfectly coherent expression of the nyonsais terroir.

On sustainability: Nyons producers are increasingly moving toward sustainable or organic farming practices (roughly 30% of the Nyons olive groves were in conversion or AB-certified as of 2024). This is a sector-wide momentum that continues to grow year after year.

A useful note for in-store conversations: "Tanche" is the name given in Provençal Occitan to an old variety historically identified within the Baronnies territory. It is a traditional cultivar, distinct from more recently developed improved varieties.

On a per-kilo basis, the 100 g format works out to approximately €49.00/kg — standard for a French AOP olive, and worth comparing to industrially imported olives, which are structurally cheaper but come with no guarantee of origin.

A word on brines: vinegar-based brines (typical of industrial olives) mask the natural flavor of the Tanche. Nyons producers favor simple water-and-salt brines or oil-packed preserves, which better preserve the meltingly tender flesh and original aromatic profile.

For an aperitif presentation, Nyons olives pair beautifully with a splash of extra virgin olive oil, a few strips of dried orange zest, a squeeze of lemon juice, and a few green peppercorns to lift the aromatic profile. A simple yet elegant way to showcase the olive without overpowering it.

On the complementary products from Nyons: the Vignolis cooperative offers a cohesive range — oil, whole olives, affinade, tapenade, olive paste, anchoïade, olive confit. Their full lineup makes it easy to put together a 100% Nyons gourmet gift set without breaking the integrity of the origin story.

Delivery and store information

Free in-store pickup at our Paris location (58 rue Tiquetonne, Paris 2nd) or delivery throughout France. Store at room temperature in a dry place with the jar sealed; refrigerate after opening.

A note on our history: G. Detou has been at 58 rue Tiquetonne since 1951, with a second location in Lyon opened more recently. The Paris flagship remains our anchor, carrying the bulk of our product range and serving culinary professionals — chefs and caterers throughout Greater Paris.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference from a tapenade?

An affinade contains only olive and olive oil. Tapenade adds capers, anchovies, and herbs — it is a richer, more complex recipe.

What is the olive content?

90% black Nyons AOP olive pulp, 10% Nyons AOP olive oil. 100% Nyons composition.

How long does it keep once opened?

One to two weeks refrigerated, covered with a thin drizzle of oil to prevent surface oxidation.

Is the 100 g size too small?

The 100 g jar is well suited for a household over two or three uses — a spread for four, a risotto, a vinaigrette. For larger quantities, see the 180 g format.

What bread pairs best?

Warm toast, rustic country bread, focaccia — any bread with a firm crumb that holds up to a moist spread.