Quattrociocchi Opera Extra Virgin Olive Oil (500ml) - 100% Frantoio

Quattrociocchi Opera Extra Virgin Olive Oil (500ml) - 100% Frantoio

Monocultivar: Frantoio

Altitude: Hill (500m a.s.l.)

Land: Pebbly

Cultivation system: Polyconic Vase

Planting Layout: 6 x 6

Harvest: Hand Picking

Milling: Olives are picked and milled daily in the farm’s oil mill.

Extraction: Cold pressed by continuous cycle.

Sensory profile:

It is an intensely clear golden-yellow color with slight green hues. Its aroma is well-defined and rounded, rich with fragrant hints of mint, rosemary, and sage, complemented by vegetal notes of artichoke, chicory, and lettuce. The taste is robust and refined, with flavors of cinnamon, black pepper, and almond. Bitterness is pronounced, and pungency is distinctive. It is ideally suited for bruschetta with tomatoes, swordfish carpaccio, grilled porcini mushrooms, marinated tuna, lentil purée, pasta with meat sauce, boiled octopus, roasted red meat or game, and hard, mature cheeses.

Frantoio variety:

Frantoio is an Italian olive variety originally from the Tuscany region. Frantoio olives have excellent organoleptic characteristics therefore its EVOO is highly appreciated all around the World. The olive oil made from Frantoio olives has very high stability, which makes it suitable even for frying. Its oil has a fruity flavour with mild spicy and bitter notes. Typical aromas are fresh herb, tomato, lettuce, artichoke, apple, grain, rosemary, celery and almond.

About Quattrociocchi:

The Quattrociocchi family has cultivated olives and crafted olive oil since 1888. Over the years, they've imparted their wisdom and customs to successive generations, ensuring future prosperity. Presently, they tend to 110 hectares housing 45,000 trees. Under the guidance of Americo Quattrociocchi, the third generation, the company has leveraged a century's worth of expertise in olive farming and milling to achieve immense international success. Quattrociocchi is synonymous with passion, reverence for tradition, and unparalleled quality in the realm of olive oil.

ElOlivo Review:

This is another fantastic oil from Quattrociocchi, made from one of our favorite Italian olive varieties, Frantoio. Its aroma is simply incredible, with hints of green herbs like mint, rosemary, and sage, balanced by subtle notes of artichoke. On the palate, you’ll find warm hints of cinnamon and fresh green notes, followed by a bold kick of black pepper and a distinctive, vibrant pungency. It’s one of the most robust Frantoio oils we’ve had the pleasure of tasting - a true delight!

We love using it to elevate stews or to finish meat and vegetable dishes. It’s absolutely delicious drizzled over roast potatoes with pork loin. For dipping, try pairing it with semi-dry cheeses and sourdough bread. This oil is like an aria in a Vivaldi opera: virtuoso, intense, and unforgettable. A must-try!

Origin: Lazio, Italy

Harvest season: 2024/2025

Best before date: 19/06/2026

Please note, all the product descriptions are only indicators for tasting the oils. When you choose olive oil always take into consideration your personal preferences, especially when it comes to bitterness and spiciness.