Novolio IGP Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Description

Produced from olives harvested in the areas around Menfi, Sciacca and Castelvetrano, Feudotto IGP Sicilia is an extra virgin olive oil with a distinctive flavour profile. The blend, dominated by Cerasuola olives, offers a bold yet balanced flavour, with medium-intensity bitterness and piquancy. It embodies the authentic spirit of Sicilian tradition and is ideal for those who love cuisine rich in flavour and character. Recommended pairings: pestos, bruschetta, and meat and fish dishes with intense flavours.

Type: Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 100% Italian

Nocellara del Belìce variety (100%)

Name of the Olive Grove: Feudottto

Superficie Uliveto 200Ha

Elevation of the olive grove: 50–200 metres above sea level

Producing municipalities: Menfi (Ag), Castelvetrano (Tp)

Harvest period: October–November

Manual and mechanised harvesting techniques

Stage at Harvest: Onset of veraison

Continuous-cycle, cold extraction system

Yield per 100 kg of olives: 13–15 per cent

Storage: In steel containers

Serving suggestions: Dishes with strong flavours, such as pestos, bruschetta, meat and fish

ORGANOLEPTIC PROFILE

Acidity <0.3

Peroxide number <6

Density: Medium to high fluidity

Appearance: Slightly cloudy

Tasting Notes: Light green in colour. On the nose, it displays the typical, intense aromas of the region: grass, tomatoes and artichokes. These are complemented by fruity notes of citron and hints of exotic fruits. The finish is characterised by notes of fresh aromatic herbs, with basil coming to the fore.

Storage instructions: Store in a cool, dry place, away from light and heat sources