Despite its ancient origins not many years ago olive oil was relatively unheard of in the US. Tasting profiles, buying guidelines and storage recommendations for extra virgin olive oil.
The document discusses extra virgin olive oil production from olives harvested in Spain. It describes the careful harvesting process before dawn and cold pressing extraction to produce high quality extra virgin olive oil with optimal nutrients, flavors and health benefits. Several premium extra virgin olive oils from a Spanish producer are highlighted that have won international awards for their quality.
The document describes several types of Greek olive oils, including:
1. Extra virgin olive oils from various regions of Greece, with some featuring herbs like rosemary, garlic, and lime.
2. Blended olive oils suitable for cooking that combine refined and extra virgin olive oils.
3. Olive oils flavored with herbs and spices like garlic and lime.
4. A liquid gold olive oil from Aigiallia made from refined olive oils known for their health benefits and distinctive taste from favorable growing conditions.
The document describes various Spanish foods and products available for purchase from Huiledolive79, including:
- Extra virgin olive oils from Extremadura, Spain in various sizes.
- Organic and aromatized olive oils, balsamic vinegars, olives, olive pastes, dried vegetables, tortillas, pates, nougats, soaps, and cosmetic products made with olive oil.
- Gift baskets that can be customized with selections from the food and cosmetic product offerings.
ItalFoods is the primary Distributor and Importers of Italian Foods, Pasta, Cheese & Dairy, Spices, Sauces & Soups, oil & Vinegar, Olive oil, Tuna, Cake and cookie in San Francisco, Bay Area and California.
The document describes a company called The Mediterranean Land (TML) that produces and sells high quality Greek food products around the world. TML sources ingredients from different regions in Greece known for agricultural production. They produce olive oils, honey, royal jelly and other bee products using traditional methods. The products are packaged in glass bottles or vases with labels printed directly onto them. The goal is to promote a healthy Mediterranean diet and lifestyle while educating consumers about Greek foods and their health benefits. Product descriptions provide details on ingredients, production methods, nutritional values and recommended usage.
This document provides an overview of Italian cheeses. It discusses several popular cheeses including Pecorino, Mozzarella di Bufala, Burrata, Grana Padano, Montasio, Gorgonzola Dolce, and Parmigiano Reggiano. It covers the history, production methods, flavors and uses of these cheeses. The document also discusses Italian cheesemaking traditions, protected designation of origin labels, and the health benefits of aged cheeses.
The document discusses extra virgin olive oil production from olives harvested in Spain. It describes the careful harvesting process before dawn and cold pressing extraction to produce high quality extra virgin olive oil with optimal nutrients, flavors and health benefits. Several premium extra virgin olive oils from a Spanish producer are highlighted that have won international awards for their quality.
The document describes several types of Greek olive oils, including:
1. Extra virgin olive oils from various regions of Greece, with some featuring herbs like rosemary, garlic, and lime.
2. Blended olive oils suitable for cooking that combine refined and extra virgin olive oils.
3. Olive oils flavored with herbs and spices like garlic and lime.
4. A liquid gold olive oil from Aigiallia made from refined olive oils known for their health benefits and distinctive taste from favorable growing conditions.
The document describes various Spanish foods and products available for purchase from Huiledolive79, including:
- Extra virgin olive oils from Extremadura, Spain in various sizes.
- Organic and aromatized olive oils, balsamic vinegars, olives, olive pastes, dried vegetables, tortillas, pates, nougats, soaps, and cosmetic products made with olive oil.
- Gift baskets that can be customized with selections from the food and cosmetic product offerings.
ItalFoods is the primary Distributor and Importers of Italian Foods, Pasta, Cheese & Dairy, Spices, Sauces & Soups, oil & Vinegar, Olive oil, Tuna, Cake and cookie in San Francisco, Bay Area and California.
The document describes a company called The Mediterranean Land (TML) that produces and sells high quality Greek food products around the world. TML sources ingredients from different regions in Greece known for agricultural production. They produce olive oils, honey, royal jelly and other bee products using traditional methods. The products are packaged in glass bottles or vases with labels printed directly onto them. The goal is to promote a healthy Mediterranean diet and lifestyle while educating consumers about Greek foods and their health benefits. Product descriptions provide details on ingredients, production methods, nutritional values and recommended usage.
This document provides an overview of Italian cheeses. It discusses several popular cheeses including Pecorino, Mozzarella di Bufala, Burrata, Grana Padano, Montasio, Gorgonzola Dolce, and Parmigiano Reggiano. It covers the history, production methods, flavors and uses of these cheeses. The document also discusses Italian cheesemaking traditions, protected designation of origin labels, and the health benefits of aged cheeses.
About Centra Foods | Supplier of bulk olive oils and edible oil ingredientsCentra Foods
At Centra Foods, we believe that all manufacturers should be able to buy quality bulk ingredients from honest, helpful suppliers.
We know that quality bulk olive oil can be a challenging ingredient for manufacturers to source. That’s why we started our business in the first place. We work with manufacturers and distributors across the US and Canada supplying quality bulk olive oil and other specialty, organic and non-GMO oils.
Learn more about us here.
800-689-7510
www.centrafoods.com
How Olive Oil Is Made (An Inside Look)Centra Foods
An inside look at how olive oil is made, from tree to olive to oil. Each grade is made differently. Learn exactly how your olive oil is produced, and what the differences are between each quality.
Vermouth is an aromatized fortified wine that comes in dry, sweet, and rose varieties. Dry vermouth is made from dry white wine while sweet vermouth uses white wine and is colored and flavored. Martini produces three popular vermouths - Extra Dry, Bianco, and Rosso. Dubonnet is a French aperitif wine with spices and quinine invented in 1864 as a tonic. Pernod is a grape wine spirit infused with star anise, fennel, mint and other herbs that gets its taste and bouquet from distilling star anise.
Yücel Vineyards produces wines from grapes grown in their vineyards located in Dört Tepe, Turkey. They use organic farming techniques and produce wines in a chateau style directly from the vineyards. The winery produces both still wines aged in steel and reserve wines aged for 12 months in French and American oak barrels. Their wines include varietals such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Shiraz, and Narince.
Various types of wine and the service procedure of different types of wines and the manufacturing process of wines were discussed in this along with food and wine hormone. service procedure of various wine and food.
This document summarizes information about olive oil, including the types of olive trees and varieties grown around the world. It discusses the production process from harvesting olives to extracting the oil. Key olive oil characteristics like acidity and sensory profiles are explained. The document also covers olive oil tasting experiences, food pairing tips, quality standards, potential health benefits, and common defects to watch for.
This document provides an overview of Sherry, Marsala, Madeira, and Vin Santo, which are fortified wines. Sherry is produced in Jerez, Spain from Palomino grapes and is aged using a solera system. Marsala is produced in Sicily from white and red grape varieties. Madeira is produced on the island of Madeira using a process called estufagem to heat the wine. Vin Santo is a dessert wine produced in Tuscany by drying grapes. The document discusses production methods, aging techniques, and styles for each type of fortified wine.
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Gonzalez Byass is a family-owned company founded in 1835 in Jerez, Spain. They produce famous Sherry wines like Tio Pepe Fino Sherry. Sherry is a fortified wine made from Palomino grapes in the Sherry Triangle region, which has unique chalky Albariza soil and climate. Wines are produced using solera aging systems and can be aged biologically under Flor yeast or oxidatively. The result is a range of dry and sweet Sherry styles like Fino, Amontillado, Oloroso, Palo Cortado, and Cream. Gonzalez Byass also produces Vermouth, Brandy, and sweet Pedro Ximenez wines.
Champagne (French: [ʃɑ̃.paɲ]) is a type of sparkling wine and type of an alcoholic drink produced from grapes grown in the Champagne region of France following rules that demand, among other things, secondary fermentation of the wine in the bottle to create carbonation, specific vineyard practices, sourcing of grapes exclusively from specific parcels in the Champagne appellation and specific pressing regimes unique to the region. Some use the term Champagne as a generic term for sparkling wine, but in many countries, it is illegal to label any product Champagne unless it both comes from the Champagne region and is produced under the rules of the appellation.Vineyards in the Champagne region of France
The primary grapes used in the production of Champagne are black Pinot noir and Pinot Meunier but also white Chardonnay. Champagne appellation law allows only grapes grown according to appellation rules in specifically designated plots within the appellation to be used in the production of champagne
A presentation on different sparkling wines, as delivered to the HEC Paris MBA Wine & Spirits Club. Presentation was accompanied with a blind-tasting and audience interaction and Q&A.
Italian cuisine developed over 1500 years and was influenced by Romans. It uses fresh, high-quality ingredients and emphasizes regional specialties. The cuisine varies widely by region due to geographic factors, with coastal areas focusing on seafood and inland areas on meat, cheese and pasta dishes. Some iconic ingredients include olive oil, tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, prosciutto, and pasta in forms like penne, rigatoni and lasagna.
ELLORA FARMS Presentation 2015 - Trace the OriginStorie Gilchrist
Ellora Fine Foods' vision is to offer high quality, ethically produced healthy food while adopting sustainable practices. Their extra virgin olive oil comes from centuries-old olive groves in Kolymvari, Crete, where the world's oldest known olive tree is located. The oil is certified as Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) by the EU, ensuring its unique quality and Cretan origin. Ellora Farms practices sustainable olive cultivation and uses a state-of-the-art olive mill to extract their olive oil using environmentally friendly techniques.
Campania Foods produces high quality Italian foods from the Campania region of Italy, known for tomatoes, olive oil, and being the birthplace of pizza. The company sources ingredients from small producers in Campania, focusing on traditional recipes and methods. Their product line includes tomatoes, olive oil, pasta sauces, jams, coffee, and other staples reflective of the cuisine of southern Italy.
The Phoenicians brought olive trees to Spain around 1050 BC, and the Romans helped spread them, making Spain one of the leading exporters of olive oil. Olive oil was so important that Emperor Hadrian featured an olive branch on coins. Modern storage of olive oil involves large stainless steel or fiberglass tanks in temperature-controlled rooms. Several common varieties of olives grown in Spain are mentioned, including Arbequina, Empeltre, Lechin de Sevilla, Manzanilla Cacereña, and Picual. Olive oil production in Andalusia, Spain involves quality control and certification of origin.
The document describes the process of producing olive oil at a company located in Sicily, Italy. It explains that the region has many olive trees and olive oil is one of its main productions. It then outlines the steps of harvesting olives in autumn/winter, cleaning and crushing the olives, separating the oil from other residues using various machines, and storing the finished oil in steel containers.
This document provides an introduction to sherry, a fortified wine from Jerez, Spain. It discusses the key aspects of sherry production, including the Palomino grape variety, Albariza soil, and the natural Flor yeast that gives sherry its unique characteristics. The production process uses the solera system of fractional blending to blend and mature sherry over multiple years. The main types of sherry - Fino, Oloroso, Amontillado - are differentiated by their levels of oxidation. Proper serving involves matching the variety to the correct glass and temperature. In conclusion, sherry has a long history and global popularity as Spain's greatest wine export.
Champagne is a sparkling wine produced in the Champagne region of France using secondary fermentation in the bottle to create carbonation. France produces 95% of the world's Champagne. The corks can travel at speeds up to 40 mph when opened, and the longest recorded flight is over 54 meters. There are many steps to producing Champagne, including harvesting, pressing, fermentation, blending, aging, riddling, disgorging, and dosage. Popular Champagne brands include Moët & Chandon, Veuve Clicquot, Dom Pérignon, Armand de Brignac, Krug, and Bollinger.
Zathune is a premium extra virgin olive oil produced in Southern Spain that is higher than average in polyphenol antioxidants, which are associated with health benefits. It has a robust flavor described as fruity and balanced. The oil is carefully produced from select cultivars and harvested olives to maintain high antioxidant levels throughout processing. It is uniquely positioned to benefit from consumer interest in minor olive oil compounds like polyphenols for their health properties.
The document discusses olive oil production and quality. It describes how olive oil is extracted using mechanical and chemical methods to produce grades like virgin, extra virgin, refined, and pomace olive oils. It also outlines various tests consumers can perform to verify the quality and purity of olive oil. Finally, it promotes Oliveoilsland as a reputable producer and supplier of the highest quality olive oil.
This document summarizes information about Olevano Extra Virgin Olive Oil from Italy. It describes the olive oil as being single sourced from a centuries-old producer in Italy known for award-winning and consistent quality. Laboratory analyses are provided showing the olive oil meets high standards. Descriptions of aroma, taste, and health benefits are given. The document also discusses the environmentally sustainable production process and community involvement of the producer.
About Centra Foods | Supplier of bulk olive oils and edible oil ingredientsCentra Foods
At Centra Foods, we believe that all manufacturers should be able to buy quality bulk ingredients from honest, helpful suppliers.
We know that quality bulk olive oil can be a challenging ingredient for manufacturers to source. That’s why we started our business in the first place. We work with manufacturers and distributors across the US and Canada supplying quality bulk olive oil and other specialty, organic and non-GMO oils.
Learn more about us here.
800-689-7510
www.centrafoods.com
How Olive Oil Is Made (An Inside Look)Centra Foods
An inside look at how olive oil is made, from tree to olive to oil. Each grade is made differently. Learn exactly how your olive oil is produced, and what the differences are between each quality.
Vermouth is an aromatized fortified wine that comes in dry, sweet, and rose varieties. Dry vermouth is made from dry white wine while sweet vermouth uses white wine and is colored and flavored. Martini produces three popular vermouths - Extra Dry, Bianco, and Rosso. Dubonnet is a French aperitif wine with spices and quinine invented in 1864 as a tonic. Pernod is a grape wine spirit infused with star anise, fennel, mint and other herbs that gets its taste and bouquet from distilling star anise.
Yücel Vineyards produces wines from grapes grown in their vineyards located in Dört Tepe, Turkey. They use organic farming techniques and produce wines in a chateau style directly from the vineyards. The winery produces both still wines aged in steel and reserve wines aged for 12 months in French and American oak barrels. Their wines include varietals such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Shiraz, and Narince.
Various types of wine and the service procedure of different types of wines and the manufacturing process of wines were discussed in this along with food and wine hormone. service procedure of various wine and food.
This document summarizes information about olive oil, including the types of olive trees and varieties grown around the world. It discusses the production process from harvesting olives to extracting the oil. Key olive oil characteristics like acidity and sensory profiles are explained. The document also covers olive oil tasting experiences, food pairing tips, quality standards, potential health benefits, and common defects to watch for.
This document provides an overview of Sherry, Marsala, Madeira, and Vin Santo, which are fortified wines. Sherry is produced in Jerez, Spain from Palomino grapes and is aged using a solera system. Marsala is produced in Sicily from white and red grape varieties. Madeira is produced on the island of Madeira using a process called estufagem to heat the wine. Vin Santo is a dessert wine produced in Tuscany by drying grapes. The document discusses production methods, aging techniques, and styles for each type of fortified wine.
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Gonzalez Byass is a family-owned company founded in 1835 in Jerez, Spain. They produce famous Sherry wines like Tio Pepe Fino Sherry. Sherry is a fortified wine made from Palomino grapes in the Sherry Triangle region, which has unique chalky Albariza soil and climate. Wines are produced using solera aging systems and can be aged biologically under Flor yeast or oxidatively. The result is a range of dry and sweet Sherry styles like Fino, Amontillado, Oloroso, Palo Cortado, and Cream. Gonzalez Byass also produces Vermouth, Brandy, and sweet Pedro Ximenez wines.
Champagne (French: [ʃɑ̃.paɲ]) is a type of sparkling wine and type of an alcoholic drink produced from grapes grown in the Champagne region of France following rules that demand, among other things, secondary fermentation of the wine in the bottle to create carbonation, specific vineyard practices, sourcing of grapes exclusively from specific parcels in the Champagne appellation and specific pressing regimes unique to the region. Some use the term Champagne as a generic term for sparkling wine, but in many countries, it is illegal to label any product Champagne unless it both comes from the Champagne region and is produced under the rules of the appellation.Vineyards in the Champagne region of France
The primary grapes used in the production of Champagne are black Pinot noir and Pinot Meunier but also white Chardonnay. Champagne appellation law allows only grapes grown according to appellation rules in specifically designated plots within the appellation to be used in the production of champagne
A presentation on different sparkling wines, as delivered to the HEC Paris MBA Wine & Spirits Club. Presentation was accompanied with a blind-tasting and audience interaction and Q&A.
Italian cuisine developed over 1500 years and was influenced by Romans. It uses fresh, high-quality ingredients and emphasizes regional specialties. The cuisine varies widely by region due to geographic factors, with coastal areas focusing on seafood and inland areas on meat, cheese and pasta dishes. Some iconic ingredients include olive oil, tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, prosciutto, and pasta in forms like penne, rigatoni and lasagna.
ELLORA FARMS Presentation 2015 - Trace the OriginStorie Gilchrist
Ellora Fine Foods' vision is to offer high quality, ethically produced healthy food while adopting sustainable practices. Their extra virgin olive oil comes from centuries-old olive groves in Kolymvari, Crete, where the world's oldest known olive tree is located. The oil is certified as Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) by the EU, ensuring its unique quality and Cretan origin. Ellora Farms practices sustainable olive cultivation and uses a state-of-the-art olive mill to extract their olive oil using environmentally friendly techniques.
Campania Foods produces high quality Italian foods from the Campania region of Italy, known for tomatoes, olive oil, and being the birthplace of pizza. The company sources ingredients from small producers in Campania, focusing on traditional recipes and methods. Their product line includes tomatoes, olive oil, pasta sauces, jams, coffee, and other staples reflective of the cuisine of southern Italy.
The Phoenicians brought olive trees to Spain around 1050 BC, and the Romans helped spread them, making Spain one of the leading exporters of olive oil. Olive oil was so important that Emperor Hadrian featured an olive branch on coins. Modern storage of olive oil involves large stainless steel or fiberglass tanks in temperature-controlled rooms. Several common varieties of olives grown in Spain are mentioned, including Arbequina, Empeltre, Lechin de Sevilla, Manzanilla Cacereña, and Picual. Olive oil production in Andalusia, Spain involves quality control and certification of origin.
The document describes the process of producing olive oil at a company located in Sicily, Italy. It explains that the region has many olive trees and olive oil is one of its main productions. It then outlines the steps of harvesting olives in autumn/winter, cleaning and crushing the olives, separating the oil from other residues using various machines, and storing the finished oil in steel containers.
This document provides an introduction to sherry, a fortified wine from Jerez, Spain. It discusses the key aspects of sherry production, including the Palomino grape variety, Albariza soil, and the natural Flor yeast that gives sherry its unique characteristics. The production process uses the solera system of fractional blending to blend and mature sherry over multiple years. The main types of sherry - Fino, Oloroso, Amontillado - are differentiated by their levels of oxidation. Proper serving involves matching the variety to the correct glass and temperature. In conclusion, sherry has a long history and global popularity as Spain's greatest wine export.
Champagne is a sparkling wine produced in the Champagne region of France using secondary fermentation in the bottle to create carbonation. France produces 95% of the world's Champagne. The corks can travel at speeds up to 40 mph when opened, and the longest recorded flight is over 54 meters. There are many steps to producing Champagne, including harvesting, pressing, fermentation, blending, aging, riddling, disgorging, and dosage. Popular Champagne brands include Moët & Chandon, Veuve Clicquot, Dom Pérignon, Armand de Brignac, Krug, and Bollinger.
Zathune is a premium extra virgin olive oil produced in Southern Spain that is higher than average in polyphenol antioxidants, which are associated with health benefits. It has a robust flavor described as fruity and balanced. The oil is carefully produced from select cultivars and harvested olives to maintain high antioxidant levels throughout processing. It is uniquely positioned to benefit from consumer interest in minor olive oil compounds like polyphenols for their health properties.
The document discusses olive oil production and quality. It describes how olive oil is extracted using mechanical and chemical methods to produce grades like virgin, extra virgin, refined, and pomace olive oils. It also outlines various tests consumers can perform to verify the quality and purity of olive oil. Finally, it promotes Oliveoilsland as a reputable producer and supplier of the highest quality olive oil.
This document summarizes information about Olevano Extra Virgin Olive Oil from Italy. It describes the olive oil as being single sourced from a centuries-old producer in Italy known for award-winning and consistent quality. Laboratory analyses are provided showing the olive oil meets high standards. Descriptions of aroma, taste, and health benefits are given. The document also discusses the environmentally sustainable production process and community involvement of the producer.
The document summarizes information about Pallada, a Cretan family business that produces extra virgin olive oil. It discusses that Pallada has been producing olive oil for 3 generations in Chania, Crete and controls all aspects of production from their own olive groves. It then describes Pallada's production process, certification and standards. The document also provides details about Cretan cuisine and how the Cretan diet is known for its health benefits. Finally, it outlines Pallada's product offerings, including different types of extra virgin olive oil in various packages.
Armakadi is a family-owned Greek company that has been producing extra virgin olive oil and other olive products since 1917. They cultivate Koroneiki olive trees and produce high quality extra virgin olive oil using traditional, sustainable methods. Their product line includes various extra virgin olive oils, infused olive oils, Kalamata olives, olive spreads, and olive oil soap bars. They aim to produce the highest quality products using eco-friendly traditions passed down for generations.
The olive tree is native to the Mediterranean region and is cultivated worldwide in similar climates. Olives progress from green to black as they ripen and are picked at different stages to produce different types of table olives or olive oil. Extra virgin olive oil is the highest quality oil produced through cold pressing without chemicals and has superior taste and health benefits compared to lower grades of olive oil that involve refining.
This document provides information about LA Organic, an organic olive oil producer from Andalusia, Spain. It discusses the history of LA Organic dating back over 200 years to a religious community in Ronda. It outlines LA Organic's philosophy of using small, family-run groves within 5 hours of the mill to ensure high quality. The document also lists the various olive oil varieties and awards LA Organic has received for being one of the best olive oils in the world.
This document summarizes the products of a Greek olive farm and olive oil company. It produces several high quality extra virgin olive oils from olives grown in ancient places near Delphi and Epidavros. The oils are produced using traditional methods and are cold pressed without chemicals. They are offered in various bottle types and sizes. The company also produces blended olive oils suitable for cooking and olive oils infused with Greek herbs.
Heartland believes in bringing families healthy, natural food products that support wellness of mind, body, and spirit. They carefully select top-quality ingredients from around the world and ensure products meet strict health and quality guidelines. Heartland is passionate about delivering the highest standards of health, quality, and value to customers through their food products.
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This document compares Volante Natural EVOO to extra virgin olive oil and virgin olive oil. Volante Natural EVOO is made from 100% Arbequina olives that are pressed within 6 hours of harvesting in Spain. It has high levels of vitamins and antioxidants with less than 0.15% acidity. The oil has bright green color with intense herbaceous and fruity aromas that blend well in cooking and taste.
This document provides information about olive oil production. The major olive oil producing regions are located in the Mediterranean, with Spain, Italy, and Greece being the largest European producers. Italy produces around 550,000 tons of olive oil annually, with Apulia, Calabria, Sicily, Campania, Lazio and Abruzzo being the main producing regions. Olive trees originated around 6,000 years ago in Asia Minor and spread to Greece and other Mediterranean regions. Key factors for olive cultivation include suitable soil and climate, pest protection, and pruning. Olive oil extraction methods can impact quality, and harvesting must be done at the perfect time using appropriate techniques. Olive variety determines characteristics like flavor and acidity that indicate quality.
The document discusses different types of oils including organic oils from plants and animals, mineral oils from fossil fuels, and refined versus unrefined olive oils. It provides details on extra virgin olive oil production and health benefits. Cooking, fuel, and lubrication are listed as some of the main applications of oils.
This document provides information about an extra virgin olive oil product. It includes the product name, producer information, nutritional facts, best before date, variety and origin information. The oil is from Spain, of the Arbequina variety, obtained directly from olives through mechanical means only. It provides key antioxidants and fatty acids. Testing results are provided to verify its high quality and classification as an extra virgin olive oil.
INTRODUCTION TO THE ORGANOLEPTIC TASTING Of Olive Oil BioRincon.es
The organoleptic taste: perceptible characteristics such as colour, smell and taste.
Olive oil tasting follows the same analytical procedures as any other liquid
This document summarizes the products of an olive farm located near ancient sites in Greece. The farm uses sustainable cultivation practices without chemicals to produce high quality olive oil and olives. Their products include several varieties of extra virgin olive oil in different bottle types, as well as olive pomace oil, massage oils, and kalamata table olives. The oils are noted for their health benefits and flavors that reflect the local varietals.
This document summarizes the products of an olive farm located near ancient sites in Greece. The farm uses sustainable cultivation practices without chemicals to produce high quality olive oil and olives. Their products include several varieties of extra virgin olive oil in different bottle types, as well as olive pomace oil, kalamata table olives, and massage oils containing olive oil and essential oils.
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This document summarizes information about Poe-tree Premium Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil from Greece. The olive oil is produced from Koroneiki olives grown using organic and sustainable practices in Messinia, Greece. It is cold pressed within 27°C to maintain nutrients and has a fruity taste with notes of green tomato and leaves. The aim is for the olive oil to add inspiration to culinary creations.
Critida S.A. is a family-owned Greek company that produces and exports high quality extra virgin olive oil and organic olive oil from Crete. It has facilities located near Heraklion, Crete that meet EU food standards. Critida has a three generation history of producing olive oil using traditional methods and has received numerous awards for its products. It exports to over 30 international markets.
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3. This presentation is designed to help you learn more about Italian Extra
Virgin Olive Oil and in particular our signature oil available through our
on-line shop cosituttimarketplace.com.
from The Cosituttti Group representing 20+ years and 20,000 + miles
eating, traveling, shopping and cooking in Italy with our Italian family
and friends. Grazie mille for their guidance and tastings!
4. “Older than meat, older than wine, a taste as old as water”
Lawrence Durrell, Travel Writer
Despite its ancient origins not many
years ago olive oil was relatively
unheard of in the US.
Barely mentioned in the early editions
of the Betty Crocker Cookbook it
wasn’t until 1973 when Marcella
Hazan published her Classic Italian
Cookbook that olive oil was looked on as
an ingredient in cooking.
5. A GIFT FROM THE GODS
In Italy olive oil is thought of as a gift from
the gods. Vases and amphora filled with oil
were traded throughout the ancient
Mediterranean and by 1400 Italy had
become the greatest producer of olive oil in
the world.
Italian olive oil is known for its nutritional
benefits, restorative and nourishing skin
care properties and the flavors that a good
olive oil brings to the table from the simple
to the sublime.
6. There are many benefits that have
been attributed to a good quality
extra virgin olive oil.
One being a natural chemical that
acts in a similar way as ibuprofen
and other anti-inflammatory drugs.
The active ingredient found in
greater concentrations in fresher
olives is called oleocanthal and
inhibits the activity of enzymes
involved in inflammation.
BENEFITS OF EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL
7. OLIVE OIL IS A NATURAL PRODUCT
Olive Oil, like wine, is a natural product so there are natural variables that effect the flavor and
quality of the oil and result in different flavor profiles
Oil is influenced by
• the character of the land
• the choice of the cultivar (olives)
• the ripeness of the olive at the time of picking
• the region of production
8. SO WHAT IS EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL?
•Highest quality olive oil you can buy
•Freshest oil you can buy- with milling done in 24 hours or less
•First Pressing
•Never subjected to heat (cold pressed) to extract the oil
•No chemical solvents are used to treat or rectify the oil
•It is mechanically not chemically produced
•Samples are subjected to panels of tasters to ensure standards have been met
•Benchmarks of extra virgin olive oil are - a low level of acidity (the measure of oleic acid in oil)
•Extra virgin olive oil is not more than 0.8% acidity - a higher level of acidity indicates an oil of lesser
quality (virgin olive oil has an oleic acid level of 2%, some over 3%)
•Less than 5% of all the oils in the world are extra virgin
9. MISCONCEPTIONS ABOUT EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL
• “Olive oil is nothing more than an ingredient in a recipe” - The Italian approach to food is
more than utilitarian. Italians value their food and the traditions that surround it. They feel it
enhances their lives.
• “I just buy my oil off the shelf at the grocery store” - Not all oil is created equal. Oil off the
shelf is often exposed to light, heat and changes in humidity and temperature that adversely
effect the quality of the oil. So the money that you spend may be wasted.
• “These oils are too expensive” - A good quality Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oil costs 40 cents a
tablespoon and is high in polyphenols and heart healthy compounds.
• “What’s the difference where I buy my oil” - When you buy an artisan Italian oil your
purchase helps to ensure that the traditional flavors of Italy are protected. When you buy a
knock off product, it undercuts the ability to produce a genuine product and soon the product is
eliminated because there is no market.
• “Is being Extra Virgin really better ?” - Yes, artisan extra virgin olive oil tends to be higher
in heart healthy compounds with high levels of monounsaturated fats and low levels of
polyunsaturated fats, high in antioxidants, vitamins and with as much calcium as milk.
10. FOOD PIRACY
Beware of Food Piracy !
Oil made in “the hills of Tuscany” does
not always mean a true Italian oil.
It may refer to where the olives were
pressed not necessarily where grown.
Unscrupulous producers buy cheap
foreign oil and blend it with local oil and
label it Made in Italy.
11. KNOW YOUR DISTRIBUTOR
Our oils are sourced from small producers and generational families who are committed to preserving and protecting
the culinary and cultural history of regional Italian food.
12. 6.5 MILLION OLIVE TREES
CAN’T BE WRONG
According to the Consorzio per la tutela
(guardianship) dell’olio extravergine di oliva
toscano IGP that’s how many olive trees are
cultivated on more than 10,000 farms in
Italy producing olive oil on roughly 55,000
hectares of Tuscan land.
Italy knows its olives and is committed to
preserving and protecting their cultivation.
There are over 2,830,000 acres of land
dedicated to the growing olives in Italy.
However not every region grows olives.
There are 14 different olive growing
regions, each has its own unique oils.
13. EU ORGANIC LOGO
INDUSTRY LEADING STANDARDS
Capezzana extra virgin olive oil displays
the EU organic logo.
The organic logo can only be used on
products that have been certified as organic
by an authorized control agency or body.
This means that they have fulfilled strict
conditions on how they must be produced,
processed, transported and stored.
The logo can only be used on products when
they contain at least 95% of organic
ingredients and additionally respect
further strict conditions for the remaining
5%.
14. GOOD OLIVES MAKE GOOD OIL
Tuscan olives harvested in the Fall produce a
peppery, pungent oil typical of the region
which are higher in polyphenols
(antioxidants) with a longer shelf life.
Capezzana Extra Virgin Olive Oil is made
primarily from Moraiolo and Frantoio olives
with a small percentage of Pendolino and
Leccino that produce a delicate-to-medium-
intensity olive oil that will appeal to a wide
range of taste preferences.
Since 804 AD, the land at Capezzana NW of
Florence has yielded olives with a unique and
particular characteristic - a buttery, mild
flavor and a peppery finish with a nice
balance of fruit and bitter with an earthy
aroma.
15. HOW TO STORE OLIVE OIL
Heat - Light - Air Are Enemies of Olive Oil
Store your oil in a cool place (57 -61°F)
but don’t refrigerate. Temperature
fluctuations cause condensation and
water and oil don’t mix.
Keep your oil in a closed container (the
bottle cap tightly screwed on).
Unopened it can be preserved for 2-3
years (Some Tuscans up to 4 years).
Opened 12-18 months.
16. SAVE THE CRUETS
Store olive oil in dark place like a cupboard.
Quality oils come in tinted bottles or
stainless containers or foil wrapped
bottles.
Do not store oil next to the stove as light
will quickly age it.
Save the cruets for serving not storing.
17. LOOKING FOR THE ONE GOOD OLIVE OIL
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processes, to the grinding and extracting methods for estate bottled extra virgin
olive oil, CosituttiMarketPlace selects and curates the finest you can buy.
from the land to the artisan’s hand, from
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