Al Torcio Moraiolo Extra Virgin Olive Oil

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Al Torcio Moraiolo extra virgin olive oil is a varietal oil from Moraiolo olives, produced in Istria, Croatia. It is clear with an intense golden-yellow colour. The aroma features composed, fine notes of gentle vegetables and complex fruit, including artichoke, wild hawthorn, rosemary, and sweet almond. The taste is gentle and harmonious, with notes of freshly mown grass, lettuce, wild chicory, and dried fruit; bitterness and spiciness are restrained. Suitable for steamed vegetable appetisers, gratinee vegetables, creamy legume soups, pasta with shellfish and mussels, baked fish, stewed white meat, and medium-aged cheeses.

Estimated Flavor Profile

Sensory Profile

Fruitiness 5.3

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

Bitterness 3.3

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

Pungency 3

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

Polyphenols 3.8

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.

artichoke fresh herbs green grass green almond pepper

Estimated Based on profiles for: Moraiolo .