Olive trees accompany the hills of the Valdichiana with a discreet and tenacious presence. In autumn, the harvest and the work of the oil mills transform the fruit into an oil with a vivid colour and vegetal aromas, immediately capable of telling the story of the season.
The “Colline di Arezzo” designation
Tuscan IGP Extra Virgin Olive Oil may carry the geographical specification “Colline di Arezzo”, which links the product to this area and its characteristics. Variety, climate, soils and processing times contribute to an intense flavour, often accompanied by bitter and pungent notes.
The first tasting on bread
The most genuine way to get to know it remains a slice of Tuscan bread, lightly toasted. New oil releases aromas that would be lost in elaborate preparations. Visiting an oil mill or taking part in a tasting makes it possible to distinguish aromas, defects and quality, discovering how much precision lies behind an everyday gesture.