This IGP is cold extracted not filtered. Nocellara is one of the most widely known olives in Sicily & it's known for its bold & intense flavor.
Flavor profile described as Strong (artichoke/ fresh grassy) taste.
It has a touch of sweetness to it. It is spicy & bitter at first.
Our Extra Virgin Olive Oil comes from a careful selection of olives from all exclusively from the Sicilian territory and precisely from the provinces of Trapani and Palermo, the olives selected for this type of oil are exclusively Nocellara del Belice which are classified among the best oil olives in the world. To obtain the IGP Sicily oil, the olives are harvested in the period between 10 October and 20 November in order to obtain an oil with exceptional organoleptic characteristics and very low acidity. Manual harvesting methods are also used and the oil is obtained no later than eight hours from the olive harvest, it is stored inside a stainless steel tank placed under nitrogen saturation and inside rooms at a controlled temperature in order to preserve its quality over time.
IGP SICILIA Extra Virgin Olive Oil is a product suitable for both fish and meat dishes, enhancing their aromas and flavors.
The Extra Virgin Olive Oil produced in our factory is a product of exceptional quality, obtained with a continuous "two-phase" extraction method that allows us to obtain a product with a higher organoleptic level, with a distinctly high quantity of antioxidants. superior to any extra virgin produced with the traditional method.
We manage an area of about 200 hectares, all strictly from organic farming and registered with the I.G.P. Sicily. Our cultivars are the following:
- Nocellara del Belice;
- Cerasuola;
- Biancolilla
IGP SICILY Extra Virgin Olive Oil is a product suitable for both fish and meat enhancing its aromas and flavors.
extra virgin olive oil is obtained with Sicilian indigenous variety olives, Nocellara del Belice
Our 100% Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oil comes from a careful selection of olives coming exclusively from the Sicilian territory. They are harvested and pressed within 12 hours using very strict harvesting, storage, and milling methods to preserve their quality. It is a non-filtered product, as it is left to decant for a period inside storage tanks. Through this process, we obtain an extra virgin olive oil of excellent quality, suitable for all dishes.
Balanced, with harmonious spicy and bitter notes. Excellent for seasoning both hot or cold first courses, as well as single fish-based dishes and salads.
This extra virgin olive oil with Protected Geographical Indication is the masterpiece of the union of the most prized native Sicilian cultivars, pressed in compliance with tradition and sustainable quality.
Sicilian Supply Chain Traced and Certified
Regional Olive Producers' Organization
Oleum Sicilia is an organization of Sicilian olive producers, which today brings together over 3,000 individual farms and over 600 associated under other participating cooperatives. It carries out its activity on the basis of specific agreements with Agea and the Sicilian Region, as required by national and community regulations. Oleum Sicilia produces, selects, bottles and markets under its own brand, the organic, sustainable, IGP Sicilia, DOP and Prodotto Italiano extra virgin olive oil of its members.
The absolute best, unique, unequivocal way to fight and defeat fraud in the olive oil market are DOP, IGP and Organic certifications. Certification in extra virgin olive oil appears increasingly important to provide the consumer with a product that is completely traceable and therefore transparent in terms of environmental and health impact.
The DOP and IGP brands are synonymous with a product with specific territorial characteristics and certainly represent an indicator of superior quality. Our food is famous throughout the world. Italy is the first country for quality certifications of agri-food products. 809 certifications among Italian wines, meats, cheeses and oils. Among the certifications on which we have focused since 2018 is the IGP Sicilia (Protected Geographical Indication).
Our products are guaranteed and recognized for their excellence and uniqueness, just like the wonderful Sicilian land from which they come.
PGI SICILY
Our Protected Geographical Indication (Extra Virgin Olive Oil Igp Sicily) is certified and guaranteed by the Ministry of Food and Forestry Policies. This production specification guarantees that the origin of the olives used to produce the extra virgin olive oil can be traced back to the island of Sicily in terms of cultivation, harvesting and packaging. It is a guarantee of a product that can be traced back geographically and traditionally to SICILY.
Through natural and traditional techniques, we bring Sicilian perfumes, colors and aromas all over the world. The entire production process of IGP SICILIA oil, from the beginning of the cultivation of the olive tree to the day the oil is bottled, is rigorously controlled by IRVO (Regional Institute of Wine and Oil) and certified with control of the competent authorized Ministry (MIPAAF Ministry of Agricultural, Food and Forestry Policies).
As mentioned, Oleum Sicilia has as its main objective the valorization of the Sicilian territory. Precisely for this reason it focuses a lot on its own certified IGP Sicilia oils. Oleum Sicilia is born. An oil with a medium fruitiness with strong organoleptic characteristics, the result of the union of the three cultivars from which it derives: Nocellara, Biancolilla and Cerasuola. Only the best Sicilian oils become IGP SICILY. The oil that has respect for Nature and Sustainability, with strong Organoleptic and Nutraceutical characteristics. The good that is good for you.
Certified Sicilian Evo oils, with excellent organoleptic qualities and olive supply chains throughout Sicily, characterized by principles of passion and tradition but also innovation, are the main strengths that certify the quality of our products.
Extra Virgin IGP (Indicazione Geografica Protetta) is a designation for high-quality olive oil produced in specific geographic regions.
Characteristics of Extra Virgin IGP olive oil
1. *Geographic origin*: IGP olive oil is produced in specific regions, ensuring a link between the product and its territory.
2. *Quality standards*: Extra Virgin IGP olive oil must meet strict quality standards, including acidity levels and sensory evaluation.
3. *Production methods*: IGP olive oil is produced using traditional methods, ensuring the preservation of its unique characteristics.
4. *Labeling and certification*: IGP olive oil is labeled and certified according to EU regulations, guaranteeing its authenticity and quality.
Benefits of Extra Virgin IGP olive oil
1. *Unique flavor profile*: IGP olive oil is known for its distinct flavor profile, shaped by the region's climate, soil, and olive varieties.
2. *High quality*: Extra Virgin IGP olive oil is considered a premium product, ensuring a high level of quality and authenticity.
3. *Culinary uses*: IGP olive oil is perfect for cooking, dressing salads, and enhancing the flavor of various dishes.
When selecting an Extra Virgin IGP olive oil, look for the IGP logo and certification on the label to ensure authenticity and quality.