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Extra virgin olive oil - <p><strong>‘Marchese Rota’ Extra Virgin Olive Oil – The Authenticity of Molise</strong></p><p><br /></p><p>Discover the excellence of a centuries-old tradition with <strong>Marchese Rota</strong> Extra Virgin Olive Oil, an exceptional product crafted in the heart of Molise, in <strong>Colletorto</strong>.</p><p><br /></p><p>Produced by a passionate family farm that respects the land, this 100% Italian olive oil pays tribute to the historic estate of Marquis Bartolomeo Rota.</p><p><br /></p><p>Carefully produced from meticulously selected local varieties, including the famous <em><u>Oliva Nera di Colletorto</u></em>, <strong>following a harvest carried out entirely by hand</strong> (the only traditional method that guarantees rigorous selection on the tree and prevents any damage to the olives before they are transported), this oil is obtained solely through mechanical processes and cold-pressed to preserve all its organoleptic qualities intact.</p><p><br /></p><p>Recognised by the most prestigious guides to Italian gastronomy, such as the <strong><em><u>Bibenda</u></em></strong> guide, it stands out for its delicate and harmonious profile.</p><p><br /></p><p>In the kitchen, this oil fits perfectly into a balanced diet and is the ideal companion to enhance your dishes without overpowering them: it pairs perfectly with white meats, grilled fish, cod or a simple baked potato.</p><p><br /></p><p><strong>Bring a touch of Italian history and terroir to your table.</strong></p>

Extra virgin olive oil

Brand: Marchese Rota
Stands :
1 A265

Price: €8.33

www.marcheserota.com

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‘Marchese Rota’ Extra Virgin Olive Oil – The Authenticity of Molise


Discover the excellence of a centuries-old tradition with Marchese Rota Extra Virgin Olive Oil, an exceptional product crafted in the heart of Molise, in Colletorto.


Produced by a passionate family farm that respects the land, this 100% Italian olive oil pays tribute to the historic estate of Marquis Bartolomeo Rota.


Carefully produced from meticulously selected local varieties, including the famous Oliva Nera di Colletorto, following a harvest carried out entirely by hand (the only traditional method that guarantees rigorous selection on the tree and prevents any damage to the olives before they are transported), this oil is obtained solely through mechanical processes and cold-pressed to preserve all its organoleptic qualities intact.


Recognised by the most prestigious guides to Italian gastronomy, such as the Bibenda guide, it stands out for its delicate and harmonious profile.


In the kitchen, this oil fits perfectly into a balanced diet and is the ideal companion to enhance your dishes without overpowering them: it pairs perfectly with white meats, grilled fish, cod or a simple baked potato.


Bring a touch of Italian history and terroir to your table.

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  • Trade name: Marchese Rota Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • Legal category: Olive oil of the highest quality obtained directly from olives and solely by mechanical means (EU Regulation).
  • Origin: 100% Italy – Produced and bottled in Colletorto, Molise.
  • Producer: Azienda Agricola Pagliuca Pasquale.
  • Cultivar (olive varieties): A selection of local, indigenous varieties, predominantly Oliva Nera di Colletorto.
  • Harvesting method: Hand-picked.
  • Extraction method: Continuous-cycle system, cold extraction (temperature strictly below 27°C).
  • Sensory profile (Tasting notes):
  • Appearance / Colour: Intense green with golden highlights.
  • Nose: Distinctively fruity olive aroma, enriched with notes of freshly cut grass and green almond.
  • Palate: Delicate, harmonious and smooth on the palate, characterised by a perfect balance between hints of mild bitterness and a subtle piquant note on the finish (reflecting a high polyphenol content).
  • Food pairings: Ideal served raw (in thin slices) to complement grilled fish, cod, white meats, steamed vegetables or baked potatoes.

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MARCHESE ROTA

Extra virgin olive oil producer from Molise. We produce our own organic olive oil and offer private label services

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Marchese Rota

From 1704 onwards, this extensive area came under the rule of the Marquis Bartolomeo Rota, owner of a vast estate comprising woods, olive groves and various enterprises, such as bakeries, mills and olive presses.


An intriguing natural setting, where the discovery of roof tiles and a small olive press bears witness to the presence of a villa dating from the Imperial era, with a ‘pars rustica’ equipped with storage containers for agricultural produce.


Here, the essence of olive oil comes to life. Along this long journey, the Rota coat of arms stands out. It is the symbol of Pagliuca olive oil, which, in keeping with tradition, has so much to tell future generations.


The Pagluca oil mill was founded in 1810 in the Lodi area as a family-run artisan business dedicated to the extraction of oil from seeds for food use.


In this land of fine olive oil, the Pagliuca family has a special attachment to the world of Colletorto’s olive trees. In this tranquil land of extra virgin olive oil, rich in silvery hues and vibrant Mediterranean scrub, the olive tree – a symbol of prosperity – has its most ancient origins.


It is a unique landscape, on a human scale, facing south, far from the clamour of the city, just a stone’s throw from the Celano–Foggia sheep track. A crossroads of many past civilisations, where the transhumance way of life and rural activities intertwine with a religious spirit animated by fascinating devotional traditions that still survive today.


Olive cultivation, therefore, is an integral part of a history that stretches back to time immemorial. Pagliuca olive oil comes from this setting, specifically from the Contrada Aia Nicola, dotted with centuries-old trees. The area’s location is simply perfect.


It stands like a sentinel over the valley below.