History
It was in Gimont in the Gers, stronghold of foie gras, that Gabriel Dubarry created the company Ducs de Gascogne in 1953. Heir to a long family tradition in gastronomy, 
inhabited by this unique terroir and passionate about the search for authentic flavors , he put his tremendous enthusiasm for sharing the pleasure of “good Gascon eating”,
for the satisfaction of gourmets, at the service of his company. Naturally, at fairs and markets in the South, in the kitchens alongside Gabriel Dubarry, his son Pierre will
learn and sublimate traditional recipes, bringing the flavors of local gastronomy even higher. From year to year, the knack is transmitted, invariable, immutable, precise.
The family business has become an essential reference in French gastronomy and end-of-year gourmet gifts. Then, Laurence and Anne Dubarry, granddaughters of the founder continue
the work and invite you on a wonderful gastronomic journey, with the most constant concern for the quality and originality of the dishes and recipes offered.
With them, are also born the "gift collections" of gourmet baskets resolutely in tune with the times, festive, varied and colorful.
Today, Marie and Cyril Jollivet, two young Gers entrepreneurs, then take over the Gimont business. For the young couple already recognized for their entrepreneurial qualities
and their knowledge of gourmet products, this acquisition is part of a professional and personal logic.
1953

Gabriel Dubarry creates the company Ducs de Gascogne, in Gimont in the Gers, stronghold of foie gras. Originally, it was at international fairs (Marseille, Paris, Bordeaux, etc.) that Ducs de Gascogne products were offered to consumers. During these events, the addresses of the customers are collected and will thus constitute the bases of the first customer file.

1958

Mail-order sales are starting, allowing better distribution of products on the national territory.

1959

Pierre DUBARRY becomes CEO of the company, succeeding his father.

1978

The first Ducs de Gascogne franchise store opens its doors. This concept will be developed in cities with more than 100,000 inhabitants.

1985

In order to meet growing demands on cities with less than 50,000 inhabitants, the concept of “Coin Boutique” has been put in place.

1987

Ducs de Gascogne sets up an export department and begins to distribute its products in European countries, then in Japan.

1999

An IPSOS survey (Survey Institute) carried out with a panel of consumers, positions the “Ducs de Gascogne” brand in 3rd place nationally in assisted awareness.

2001

The company obtains the I.G.P. (Protected Geographical Identification) “Ducks with foie gras from southwestern Gascony”.

2006

Laurence Dubarry, granddaughter of the founders, becomes general manager of the Dukes of Gascony. Her sister Anne joined her in the family business.

The company launches its online sales site!

2007

Launch of the new brand and product graphic charter, as well as the new store graphic concept.

2008

The company is committed to a Quality, Safety and Environment policy. Ducs de Gascogne is IFS certified (International Food Standard, version 6.1).

2009

Following culinary trends, Ducs de Gascogne manufactures and launches its first organic products, as well as a new range of vegetable spreads.

2010

9 Ducs de Gascogne products are awarded Trends and Innovation at SIAL.

2011

Launch of online sales

2013

The family business is celebrating its 60th anniversary and has become an essential reference in French gastronomy and gourmet gifts; sixty years of pleasure shared between amateurs and initiates of good and beautiful things!

2017

Marie and Cyril Jollivet, two young entrepreneurs, announce the acquisition of the company from Gimont!

2020

The new version of the www.ducsdegascogne.com website is online.

 
2023
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