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Apulian Olive Oils

The region, with more than 50 million olive trees, is in first place for the production of olives and olive oil in Italy. The olive tree can be cultivated on calcareous and clay. The extra virgin olive oil has different characteristics, depending on the area where is produced. The most delicate quality has a golden yellow color, a sweet taste and is ideal used in raw recipes. The average olive oil has a deep yellow color, sweet and a little herbaceous taste, and it is suitable for cooking. The most intense olive oil, has a greenish yellow color with a rich fruity aroma and slightly spicy, suitable for grilling and roasting.

Oliva Bella della Daunia DOP

Also known as oliva di Cerignola, bella di Spagna, oliva a ciuccio, oliva a prugno, this type of olive grows the province of Foggia, and was probably introduced by the Aragonese family. Its production dates back to XV century; at the end of XIX century the olives were already being exported overseas, where they were appreciated for their unique taste and enormous size. The fruit is green or black, with very large sizes. This olive resembles a plum: elongated, with narrow base and acute and thin apex. The flesh is firm and tasty, and represents about 85% of the fruit. These olives are great with cheese although it is recommended to enjoy them alone.