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Zamrznuto voće – Frozen fruits – Hladnjača Pantelić
Zamrznuto voće – Frozen fruits – Hladnjača Pantelić
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Frozen sour cherries from Pantelić are sourced from carefully selected domestic orchards, primarily in central Serbia, a region renowned for the long-standing tradition of cultivating the Oblačinska variety. Our partner growers apply certified agricultural practices, with primary production fully compliant with Global G.A.P. and Mark Spencer Select Farms standards, ensuring high quality and complete traceability of every batch.
Harvesting is carried out at optimal technological ripeness to preserve the natural acidity, aroma, and nutritional values characteristic of this fruit. Upon arrival at our cold store, the fruit undergoes strict incoming quality control, followed by washing, hand sorting, and pitting. The freezing process is performed using IQF (Individual Quick Freezing) technology, ensuring that each fruit remains separate and ready for further industrial use without loss of shape or quality.
The sour cherries we process come exclusively from carefully selected domestic orchards, primarily in central Serbia, a region known for the premium quality of the Oblačinska variety. Our cooperation with growers is based on long-term agreements with trusted agricultural holdings whose primary production is certified according to Global G.A.P. and Mark Spencer Select Farms standards.
Pantelić Cold Store holds international certifications such as IFS Food (High Level), SMETA 4-Pillar, Kosher, Halal, as well as certifications for organic product processing in compliance with EU Organic, NOP, and Naturland standards. These certifications ensure that every step—from harvest, through processing and packaging, to delivery—is carried out in accordance with the highest requirements for food safety, traceability, and quality preservation.
Varieties
Origin and Agronomic Characteristics
Origin: A traditional domestic sour cherry variety originating from Serbia, named after the village of Oblačina near Niš, where it was first widely cultivated. Today, it is the most widespread sour cherry variety in Serbia and one of the most important industrial varieties in Europe.
Growth and Yield: Tree of low to medium height with a rounded, dense canopy. Distinguished by exceptionally high yields and early bearing. Highly tolerant to low winter temperatures and resistant to most common sour cherry diseases.
Blooming and Ripening
Blooming: Mid-early, uniform, and abundant, contributing to consistent yields.
Ripening: Usually in the first half of July, with even fruit maturation, making it ideal for organized industrial harvesting.
Fruit – Pomological and Physical Traits
Size and Shape: Small to medium-sized fruits, spherical in shape.
Skin: Dark red to burgundy, with a smooth surface.
Flesh and Flavor: Dark red flesh, firm, juicy, with a pronounced tart flavor and intense aroma—hallmarks of high-quality sour cherries. The juice is deep red in color.
Dry Matter Content: Moderate, with high acidity levels, making it especially suitable for processing.
Technological Properties
Oblačinska sour cherry is prized for its consistent quality and suitability for industrial processing. It is an excellent raw material for IQF freezing, particularly in the form of whole pitted cherries, and is also suitable for slicing into smaller pieces. During freezing and thermal processing, it retains its color, aroma, and texture.
Technological Significance and Uses
Confectionery industry: cakes, pralines, chocolates, fruit glazes, and premium desserts.
Bakery industry: pies, rolls, croissants, muffins.
Dairy industry: yogurts, fruit desserts, ice creams.
Fruit processing: compotes, jams, marmalades, confitures, concentrates, fruit purees.
HoReCa sector: restaurants, hotels, catering services for dessert preparation and decoration.
Thanks to its exceptional resilience, high yield, and distinctive flavor, Oblačinska sour cherry remains the standard in industrial sour cherry processing, both in domestic and export markets.
Upon arrival at the cold store, sour cherries undergo a thorough incoming quality inspection, including visual assessment, measurement of ripeness parameters, and checks for health safety. Only fruit that meets strict criteria proceeds to further processing. After washing and hand sorting, cherries are pitted and, if necessary, further sorted to ensure uniform quality.
The freezing process is carried out using IQF (Individual Quick Freezing) technology in tunnels with a daily capacity of 50 tons, enabling rapid and efficient cooling while preserving the natural color, flavor, and nutritional values. This method ensures that each fruit remains separate, without clumping, and ready for further industrial use.
Packaging is tailored to the needs of wholesale customers and industry:
Click-lock carton 300 g
Bags: 500 g, 750 g, 1000 g, 2500 g
Punnets 300 g
Industrial carton 1×10 kg
All products are conventional and produced in accordance with the regulations of the EU, FDA, and Canada markets. Packaging is fully customized to the customer’s requirements, with the most common formats listed in the catalogue.
IQF Sour Cherry – Pitted
Oblačinska variety sour cherries, carefully selected and pitted. Intended for industrial processing and wholesale, ideal for compotes, jams, fruit toppings, cakes, and frozen fruit mixes.
IQF Sour Cherry – Sliced
High-quality sour cherries, cut into pieces for easier use in the confectionery and bakery industries. Suitable for fillings, creams, ice cream, pies, and other products requiring smaller fruit pieces.
All variants are available in packaging sizes from 300 g to 10 kg (click-lock cartons, punnets, industrial cartons), and packaging can be fully customized to the customer’s specifications.
Frozen sour cherries are among the most in-demand products in the food industry thanks to their distinctive flavor, refreshing acidity, and intense color, which are preserved through IQF freezing technology.
Confectionery industry – production of fillings and toppings for cakes, tarts, pralines, chocolates, fruit glazes, and premium desserts.
Bakery industry – fillings and decorations for pies, rolls, croissants, muffins, and other baked goods.
Dairy industry – addition to yogurts, fruit desserts, ice creams, and frozen dairy treats.
HoReCa sector – restaurants, hotels, and catering services for preparing hot and cold desserts, smoothie drinks, and fruit salads.
Fruit processing industry – compotes, jams, marmalades, confitures, fruit purees, and concentrates.
With its processing forms (whole pitted or sliced), frozen sour cherry is adaptable to a wide range of recipes and technological processes, from artisanal dessert making to fully automated production lines.
| Fruit | Variety | Product | Description / Dimensions | Packaging (most common) | Market Regulations | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sour Cherry | Oblačinska | IQF Sour Cherry – Pitted | Whole sour cherry, pitted, individually quick frozen (IQF) |
Click-lock carton 300 g; punnets 300 g Bags: 500 g, 750 g, 1,000 g, 2,500 g Industrial carton 1×10 kg |
EU, FDA, Canada | — |
| Sour Cherry | Oblačinska | IQF Sour Cherry – Sliced | Sour cherry cut into pieces, individually quick frozen (IQF) |
Bags: 2,500 g Industrial carton 1×10 kg |
EU, FDA, Canada | — |
| Note: Products are packed in packaging according to the customer's request. The most common packages are listed. | ||||||
