Cappuccini Basil
Ingredients
Extra virgin olive oil and basil
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VARIETY OF OLIVES
Raggiola, Leccino, Maurino, Picholine
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ORIGIN OF OLIVE GROVES
The soil is predominantly calcareous with a clay matrix, with perfect granulation for water drainage, suitable for accommodating and enhancing the olive cultivars grown at an average height of 400 meters above sea level. The cultivation system includes the polyconic vase, with a planting density of 277 plants/Ha and a spacing of 6x6. The average yield per plant is 20 kilograms of olives, equivalent to 2.4 liters of oil. (Oil yield: 12%).
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OLIVE HARVEST
The olive harvest begins in the first days of October, facilitated by electric combs and nets. Within a few hours, the fruits are taken to the company's oil mill.
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OIL EXTRACTION
The resulting paste is directed into the malaxers, where continuous rotation and a temperature not exceeding 26°C allow the oil to surface. A first centrifuge will separate the solid part, called pomace, from the liquid part, composed of oil and vegetation water. These two parts will be separated in a second centrifuge. The obtained oil is stored in steel tanks.
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OIL STORAGE
The oils are filtered and kept in steel tanks, at a controlled temperature and saturated with nitrogen, for proper preservation, avoiding alterations. To confirm this, small bottlings are carried out at a time, ensuring the stability of the quality over time.
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Price
18,80€