Introducing

AGOSTINO – Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Agostino, from the Lota family, IGP Sicilia, is an extra virgin olive oil with a distinctive aromatic profile. The blend, predominantly Cerasuola, delivers a bold yet balanced flavor, with medium-intensity bitterness and spiciness. It represents the authentic spirit of Sicilian tradition, ideal for those who love cuisine rich in flavor and character.

Recommended pairings: pesto, bruschetta, meat dishes, and intensely flavored fish dishes.

The blend of Nocellara, Cerasuola, and Biancolilla releases herbaceous and basil aromas, with a brilliant golden color.

Harvested and milled within just a few minutes of picking, it is a complex and well-balanced oil, ideal for every type of preparation, from the most delicate to the most intense.

Recommended pairings: meat and fish dishes, pasta salads, vegetables, and raw preparations.

quality

Type of Oil: Extra Virgin Olive Oil, IGP Sicilia
Varieties: Nocellara del Belice (60%), Cerasuola (20%), Biancolilla (20%)
Olive Grove Name: Agostino
Olive Grove Elevation: 50–70 meters above sea level

harvest


Harvest Period: October 10–31
Harvesting Method: Manual

Municipality: Menfi (AG), Sicily, Italy
Extraction System: Continuous-cycle, cold extraction
Yield per 100 kg of Olives: 14%
Storage: Stainless steel containers

Uses

Versatile all-purpose olive oil. Excellent on warm or toasted bread, for enriching traditional Italian pasta dishes, and even as a unique dessert pairing with vanilla gelato.

ORGANOLEPTIC PROFILE

Acidity: <0.3%
Peroxide Value: <5

Tasting Notes:
Golden yellow color with green reflections. The nose reveals aromas of aromatic herbs and fresh vegetal notes, ranging from citrus and green tomato to basil. On the palate, elegant artichoke notes emerge, followed by a long and harmonious spicy finish.

Frequently Asked Questions

    • Agostino is made from carefully selected olives, harvested at the right moment to capture their fresh, vibrant flavor and natural aromas.

  • It comes from Sicily, Italy, from our own olive groves. We care for our olive trees throughout the entire year, nurturing them from season to season until harvest. Agostino is made from olives we personally grow, bringing the authentic taste of our land and our family’s connection to Sicily to every bottle.

  • Olives are harvested at the ideal stage of ripeness to preserve their freshness, aroma, antioxidants, and distinctive flavor.

  • It has a fresh, balanced character with fruity aromas, a pleasant bitterness, and a delicate peppery finish—the signature of a quality EVOO.

  • Because Agostino is about quality, origin, and authenticity—bringing the taste of Sicilian olive culture directly to your table.