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Destoned Organic Olio Novello Extra Virgin Olive Oil By Il Molino 2008 Harvest (Italy)The Il Molino Farm, which has belonged to the Sciuga family for generations, is built around the 18th century farmhouse that represents the heart of the property. Located on the hills of the charming upper Lazio region, between Montefiascone and the Bolsena Lake, it spans approximately 250 hectares and is run in compliance with organic farming standards. Only olives produced on the property are pressed at the farm's mill. The farm's press, equipped with an innovative method permits extraction of the oil directly from the pulp of the olive after a de-stoning procedure. De-stoned oils differ in some chemical and quality characteristics from those obtained from the traditional method which crushes the whole olive (with pits). De-stoned oil contains a larger level of hydroxytyrosol and therefore has a better antioxidant effect, higher levels of total phenols while maintaining low levels of acidity. Il Molino Organic DeStoned Novello is pressed exclusively from the Frantoio Olive variety. It has a PDO or Protected Designation of Origin for Tuscia in the province of Viterbo in central Italy. Tuscia's volcanic soil and temperate climate make the area especially fertile, offering ideal conditions for olive trees. This Novello is harvested in early October while the olives are still somewhat green. They are pressed within hours of being harvested. The result is an elixir of emerald green shot with golden reflection. The aroma recalls fresh, perfectly ripe olives when they have just been picked, the taste is fruity turning slightly more bitter and piquant in the aftertaste, but lacking the more common strong peppery undertones. We are very excited to have the opportunity to offer this unique product to our customers this holiday season. As is true with most Novello's, Il Molino is available in very limited quantities. Each bottle, which contains 500ml or 16.8oz., is boxed to present well in this gift giving season. But be sure to order an extra one for yourself!
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