Olio Ciccolella Faresse Ogliarola Barese Extra Virgin Olive Oil 2022

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This Olio Ciccolella Faresse Ogliarola Barese Extra Virgin Olive Oil brings the flavors of Puglia into your kitchen. Giuseppe Ciccolella has dedicated himself to creating some of the region's most flavorful and exquisite olive oils since 1878, and this selection is no exception. The Faresse monocultivar Ogliarola Bari is a delicate single variety extra virgin olive oil. The olive come from the family's olive groves, which are home to 8,000 trees across the Giovinazzo, Molfetta, and Terlizzi areas.

This olive oil from Puglia, Italy features a clean and slightly sweeter flavor with hints of almond. It offers light and medium fruity notes as well as a gentle spiciness and light bitterness for balance. The fragrance has elements of almond, banana, and yellow apple. It pairs beautifully with delicate fish dishes, fresh legumes, salads, and grilled vegetables, particularly zucchini.