Letizia DOP Monti Iblei Extra Virgin Olive Oil - Authentic Sicilian EVOO (Tonda Iblea) PDO Certified - Award-Winning Intense Fruity Profile - 500ml (

Letizia DOP Monti Iblei Extra Virgin Olive Oil - Authentic Sicilian EVOO (Tonda Iblea) PDO Certified - Award-Winning Intense Fruity Profile - 500ml (

Certified DOP Monti Iblei Authenticity. Produced exclusively in the renowned Chiaramonte Gulfi countryside of Sicily, this oil carries the Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) seal. This certifies that every bottle adheres to strict traditional standards, guaranteeing 100% authentic Italian origin and superior quality. Premium "Tonda Iblea" Cultivar Profile. Sourced from 21 hectares of hilltop groves, this oil is a blend dominated by 90% Tonda Iblea and 10% Nocellara Messinese olives. This specific composition creates a "Fruttato Intenso" (Intense Fruity) classification with a beautiful milky, deep green appearance and golden tones. Harvested & Cold-Milled Within 12 Hours. To ensure maximum freshness and low acidity, the olives are hand-picked and cold-milled in a continuous cycle within just 12 hours of harvest. This rapid process locks in the nutritional polyphenols and preserves the oil's distinct "green" characteristics. Distinctive Tomato & Aromatic Notes. A sensory delight for gourmets, Letizia offers a complex aroma of fresh cut grass, corn leaves, and flowery undertones. It is famous for its signature hint of fresh tomato on the palate, balanced by a pleasant, slightly bitter, and peppery finish typical of premium quality EVOO. Decade of International Awards. A proven "Grande Olio," Letizia holds a prestigious track record including Gold Medals in Los Angeles and top rankings at Ercole Olivario, Sol d’Oro, and Slow Food. It is consistently recognized globally as a top-tier choice in the "Intense Fruity" category. Weight: 16.9 Fl Oz (500ml) - Imported from Sicily, Italy Produced by Azienda Rollo in the Chiaramonte Gulfi countryside, Letizia is a certified PDO Monti Iblei Extra Virgin Olive Oil that guarantees authentic Sicilian origin. The oil is crafted from a specific blend of 90% Tonda Iblea and 10% Nocellara Messinese olives grown at high altitudes to ensure premium fruit quality. To preserve freshness and low acidity, the olives are hand-picked and cold-milled within 12 hours of harvest using continuous cycle machines. This process results in an Intense Fruity classification with a milky, deep green appearance and golden tones. The aroma is flowery and intense with notes of grass and corn leaves, leading to a distinct flavor profile characterized by hints of fresh tomatoes. On the palate, the oil is pleasant and fluid with the slightly bitter and peppery taste that signifies high-quality extra virgin olive oil. It is excellent for use on salads, legume soups, fish, and roast meat. This quality is confirmed by a decade of prestigious awards from competitions like Sol d’Oro, Ercole Olivario, and recognition from Slow Food.