Paolo Cassini Taggiasca Extremum

Paolo Cassini Taggiasca ExtremumThe Cassini family farm grows exclusively Taggiasca olives, and the Extremum line of extra virgin olive oil is the best of the best, made from a single grove of 400 trees that produce around 1500 bottles of oil each year. Typically a light and delicate oil, the Taggiasca Extremum elevates the expression of the olive to create an intense, fruity oil that finds harmony with its bitter and pungent counterparts. The aroma has notes of artichoke, chicory,

yet exceptionally well balanced

cheeses and grilled meats

a testament to its naturally low bitterness

softly herbaceous finish — expressive yet approachable

this duo offers an engaging introduction to the world of premium extra virgin olive oil

added to bruschetta

bitterness

and meats — or use as a finishing oil for dishes that demand structure and presence

hand-harvested from mid-October through mid-November in the Sciacca area of central-western Sicily — the heartland of this rare variety

it develops an amber

and green almond

boiled or steamed vegetables and salads