Al Torcio Bianchera Extra Virgin Olive Oil

2024 release 4 releases on record

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Bianchera Bjelica Shapeshifter

Al Torcio Bianchera (Bjelica) extra virgin olive oil is a varietal oil from the Istrian region of Croatia. It is clear with an intense golden yellow colour and warm green notes. The aroma is complex and vegetal, featuring notes of artichoke, wild sow thistle, freshly mown grass, and a finish of rosemary. The taste is fine and strong, with vegetal flavours of wild herbs, chicory, artichoke, and green almond, accompanied by pronounced bitterness and elegant spiciness. It pairs with roasted mushrooms, gratined blue fish, pasta made from farina, warm vegetable starters, roasted fish, stewed red meat and game, and hard mature cheeses.

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Sensory Profile

Fruitiness 6.2

Fruitiness refers to the aroma and taste of fresh, ripe or green olives in the oil.

Bitterness 6.5

Bitterness is a positive sensory attribute of an EVOO. It can also signal the presence of phenolic compounds, which have antioxidant properties.

Pungency 6.7

Pungency is the pleasant peppery or spicy sensation experienced at the back of the throat when tasting olive oil.

Polyphenols 7.3

Polyphenols are compounds found in plant-based foods, such as fruits, vegetables, herbs, tea, dark chocolate and EVOO. They act as antioxidants and protect you from cellular damage and decreases your risk of issues like cancer, diabetes, and heart disease.

Estimated Based on profiles for: Bianchera, Bjelica .

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