Extra Virgin Olive Oil Selection 500ml

Certified Organic E.V.O.O. produced with respect for the environment and people – Di Carlo since 1830

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Certified Organic E.V.O.O.

This exclusive Organic E.V.O.O. is a selection from the Di Carlo family. Obtained from 4 historic cultivars of Olivastro, Gentile di Chieti, Grognalegno and Moraiolo, it represents quality excellence and innovation in the Abruzzo olive-growing tradition. Deep green in color with golden reflections, it presents herbaceous and intensely fruity aromas; on the palate the bitter and spicy notes are incredibly in perfect balance with creamy hints of almond, artichoke, white pepper and rosemary.

An oil to be consumed almost exclusively raw, suitable for seasoning robust dishes, flavorful sauces (white and red), grain and legume soups. Excellent with grilled meats and cooked vegetables. Pairs well with aged cheeses and traditional cured meats accompanied by slices of warm or toasted bread.

Olive varieties: Olivastro, Gentile di Chieti, Grognalegno and Moraiolo
Harvest period: October – November.
Harvesting and Extraction: Cold-extracted within hours of harvesting. Olives processed in a mill consisting of hammer crusher and sealed kneaders in the absence of oxygen and cold-extracted (23°).
Storage: Stored in small steel tanks, it is bottled after 2 rackings and without filtration using advanced innovative techniques.

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More about Extra Virgin Olive Oil:

There are numerous studies and scientific research confirming the beneficial effects of Extra Virgin Olive Oil. While according to EFSA (European Food Safety Authority) an EVOO must contain at least 350 mg/kg of phenolic compounds to be defined as nutraceutical, the quantity detected in our oil ranges from 900 to 1008 mg/kg.

Extremely powerful natural antioxidants, polyphenols are phytochemical molecules found in the pulp of these olive cultivars and reach their peak at the right degree of ripeness of a healthy fruit.

Thanks to a careful harvesting process and modern extraction techniques, the polyphenols are transferred into the oil.

Polyphenols perform extremely important actions for our health:

• they fight “bad” cholesterol, preserving normal cardiovascular system function
• they counteract cellular aging, protecting the body’s cells from free radical damage and reducing the risk of developing pathologies and degenerative diseases of the nervous system
• they fight the formation of cancer cells
• they protect our body from external agents acting as anti-inflammatories and antivirals

…a concentrate of polyphenols!

How to load up on polyphenols? Just 20 g per day of this Oil, the equivalent of 2 tablespoons, to season and enhance your dishes raw and to feel better. A true elixir for our health!