Our organic extra virgin olive oil comes from olives harvested by hand from about 1,600 century old olive trees surrounding Castello di Meleto. The olives are pressed the same day they are picked; this way we obtain the fruit and acidity of the oil just right, slightly spicy with excellent organoleptic and nutritional qualities.
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Package | 500 ml |
Certifications | Organic |
Region | Tuscany |
Nation | Italy |
Castello di Meleto - In Gaiole in Chianti since 1256
The land of Castello di Meleto extend around the medieval town for about 2,470 acres: of these 300 are reserved for growing grapes. Sangiovese is the main varietal used in the production of the Chianti Classico DOCG. Other varietals planted in the '80s include Merlot and Cabernet, but since the late 90s there has been a process of replanting aimed at enhancing the traditional heritage of grapes in Tuscany, also introducing some white varieties such as Vermentino.
Castello di Meleto - Extra Virgin Olive Oil Organic
Our organic extra virgin olive oil comes from olives harvested by hand from about 1,600 century old olive trees surrounding Castello di Meleto. The olives are pressed the same day they are picked; this way we obtain the fruit and acidity of the oil just right, slightly spicy with excellent organoleptic and nutritional qualities.
Here in Chianti, at and altitude between 360 and 530 meters, the olives grow according to nature. We cultivate our trees using the polyconic vase growing system. The main cultivars are typical Tuscan: Frantoio, Moraiolo, Leccino and Pendolino, handpicked in early November.
From the producer to the consumer: you may purchase our organic extra virgin olive oil and have it delivered to your home in a short amount of time.
Data Sheet
Personality: "Nature...lly" Organic
Style: Distinctive , fruity and slightly spicy
Colour: Deep green and clear
Aroma: Typical of cultivars with an almond aftertaste
Palate: Medium fruity, perfectly sour and spicy
Serving Suggestions: Excellent for bruschetta and a condiment
Area of Production: Land surrounding the Castle Orchard
Altitude: 360 m to 530 s.l.m.
Surface Area of Olive Groves: 10 hectares
Plants in Production: Approximately 1,600
Cultivars: Frantoio, Moraiolo, Leccino and Pendolino
Media Production: 15/20 quintals of oil
Yield per Plant: 12 kg of olives
Average Yield in Oil: 12-15 %
Acidity: 0.17%
Pesticide Treatments: None
Fertilizer: Organic
Finishing: Harrowing for the burial of fertilizer and weed management
Training System: Jar polyconic
Harvest Time: Early November
Mode of Collection: Traditional hand-harvested
Type of Pressing: The olives are pressed the same day they are collected. In making crusher crushing plant in modern continuous cycle.
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