This blend of Coratina and Itrana olives is an intense green. It is herbaceous and fruity, with a pleasant hint of fresh grass, nuances of tomato leaf, and a pleasant fragrance of the artichoke heart. Careful blending of this EVOO gives it a strong sensation of olive bitterness and a pleasant spicy finish. The fruitiness of the olive is extremely clean.

Riserva is an important extra virgin oil, with intense olfactory scents and medium gustatory persistence. It adds unforgettable sensations to hot dishes of any complexity. It leaves very pleasant distinctive marks on the traditional first courses of Italian cuisine such as baked pasta and red fusilli. It combines perfectly with spicy soups of all kinds, and on grilled fish.

It has a perfect balance that gives it personality in any combination.

Best uses: pasta and risotto,  vegetables, spicy soups, bread dipping, roasted chicken, red meats, tartar, bruschetta, etc.

Polyphenols: 382

Harvest date: October 2019

Packaging and pricing for this oil: 100ml ($8), 250 ml ($25), 500ml ($42).

This EVOO is an official selection of the 2020 Leone d’Oro olive oil competition. See more about our farmers from Fattoria Ambrosio.