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Terre Exotique – The story of a French pepper pioneer with roots in Cameroon
Terre Exotique was founded in 1992 by Erwann de Kerros, shortly after he had completed his studies and was originally preparing to enter the military. An injured foot changed his plans, and together with his future wife Marie, he traveled to Penja in northwestern Cameroon to take over the operation of a small plantation of 100 hectares.
A simple life with great learning
Life in Penja was simple – without running water and electricity – but it became the beginning of a deep understanding of pepper cultivation. Erwann learned both from the local population and through his own studies. At that time, pepper production covered approx. 29 hectares, making the Aubriet plantation the largest in Cameroon. The main income came from the sale of bananas and white Penja pepper, which quickly took on a central role in Erwann’s work.
After four years in Cameroon, the couple returned to France. It was here that the idea for Terre Exotique was born.
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Kampot province, Cambodia
Black Kampot pepper
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Sumatra, Laos, Indonesia
Batak pepper
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Java, Indonesia
Long Java pepper
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Szechuan, China
Red Szechuan pepper
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Mahabharata, Nepal
Timur pepper
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Likouala, Congo
Peppercorns from Likouala
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Sumatra, Java, Borneo, Indonesia
Cubeb pepper
From 14,76 €
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From exotic fruits to specialty spices
In the beginning, Terre Exotique focused on importing exotic fruits – particularly pineapples from the Aubriet plantation. But with each shipment came a small quantity of Penja pepper, and this became the starting point for something bigger.
Erwann personally visited Michelin restaurants and introduced them to the aromatic pepper, which stood out significantly from commercial alternatives. Together with Florence and Patrick de Font-Réaulx, he developed light- and airtight packaging that preserved the volatile aromas of the pepper – an important factor when focusing on quality and precision.
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Rose pepper premium
From 13,69 €
Pink pepper – from MadagascarPink pepper is grown in Madagascar, where the climate gives the berries their distinctive fruity and floral aroma. The red color and mild flavor make pink pepper both a flavoring and decorative type of pepper, often used in gourmet kitchens around the world.Origin: MadagascarIntensity: 2 out…
Focus on pepper and spices
Terre Exotique gradually developed to specialize exclusively in high-quality peppers and spices. The assortment expanded with rare and terroir-driven spices from around the world, but the white Penja pepper remained the signature product – and the symbol of the company’s origin.
A choice for the professional kitchen
Today, Terre Exotique is aimed at chefs and food enthusiasts who work with pure flavors and precise aromas. Their products are not just ingredients, but raw materials with history, terroir and identity – developed for kitchens where taste, craftsmanship and origin matter.
Green peppercorns in brine – 50g
9,40 €
Green pepper with a distinct floral aroma and clear green notes. The scent profile is fresh and vibrant, while the taste is fruity with a lightly spicy finish.The harvest begins in December, when the berries are picked before full ripeness. After sorting, the best qualities are selected for preservation in…