Biancolilla Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Harvest: 2021
Country / Region: Italy / Sicily
Intensity: Mild - Medium
Description: The Biancolilla is a unique varietal that grows on the tree in clusters of 3 or 4 olives. It is a native cultivar to Sicily and one of the island’s popular varieties. It produces a very aromatic olive oil of great quality, and is often found under other names including: Bianchetta, Biancolidda, Biancuzza, Buscarino, Buscionetto, Jancuzza, Rizza, and Signura!
Tasting Profile / Serving Suggestions: This year’s harvest has yielded a delicate and creamy olive oil with a mild peppery finish and low bitterness. It is slightly vegetal with notes of green almond. It has a nice complexity and is a beautiful example of this variety. Pairs well with delicate greens, vegetables, seafood, and pasta.
Chemical Analysis at time of crush:
| Free Fatty Acids (FFA): |
0.17% |
| Peroxides: |
5.5 mEqO2/kg |
| Oleic Acid: |
70.8 |
| BIOphenols: |
320.9 mg caffeic acid/kg |
| DAG: |
95.4 |
| PPP: |
< 1.0 |
| Squalene: |
7204.6 ppm |
| a-Tocopherols: |
287.4 ppm |
| Harvest / Crush Date: |
2021 / November |
Sensory Evaluation:
Fruitiness: 4.5
Bitterness: 3.0
Pungency: 4.0
Certifications:
Ultra Premium
Non GMO Project Verified
Size: 200ml / 375ml / 750ml
Packaging: Elegantly presented in a dark glass bottle to help prevent exposure to harmful UV light.
NOTE: We bottle only upon receipt of your online order, or in front of you in-store.
