The importance of high-quality extra virgin olive oil in the kitchen: once you’ve tried it, there’s no going back.
Extra virgin olive oil is not just a simple seasoning.
It is one of the fundamental ingredients of Italian cuisine.
Yet, not all oils are the same.
What does “high-quality extra virgin olive oil” really mean?
A high-quality extra virgin olive oil is born from:
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Olives harvested at the right stage of ripeness
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Prompt pressing to preserve aromas and beneficial properties
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Constant attention at every stage of production
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Proper storage to preserve freshness and aroma
The result is an oil that smells of fresh olives, with a balanced flavor and a light peppery note — a natural sign of the presence of polyphenols, valuable antioxidants.
Why does it truly transform your cooking?
A high-quality extra virgin olive oil:
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Enhances the natural flavor of ingredients
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Brings harmony to dishes without overpowering them
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Makes even a simple bruschetta special
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Enhances meat, fish, legumes, and vegetables
When you try a true extra virgin olive oil, you realize there’s no need to add anything else. Just a drizzle added raw is enough to transform a dish.
And it’s precisely in that moment that you understand: there’s no going ba
The value of tradition: Frantoio Olivestri
At Frantoio Olivestri, in Petrignano del Lago, between Umbria and Tuscany, we have been producing extra virgin olive oil since 1938.
We are a family-run business and we believe in authentic, uncompromising quality.
Our oil is not meant to be the cheapest, but to offer excellent value for money, with a natural, balanced, and genuine flavor.
For us, oil is not just a product:
It is culture, land, and family.
A choice that makes the difference
Choosing a high-quality extra virgin olive oil means
✔️ Investing in flavor
✔️ Bringing a healthy and natural product to the table
✔️ Supporting an Italian agricultural traditio
Once you’ve tasted an oil that truly tells the story of its land, going back becomes difficult.
Discover the extra virgin olive oil of Frantoio Olivestri and rediscover the true taste of Italian cuisine.