Why we love it
An award winning monocultivar, organic Etna IGP extra virgin olive oil obtained from Nocellara Etnea grown at about 600m abv on the volcano slopes, from centuries-old olive trees grown in a unique microclimate and pristine environment, within the Etna national park.
Harvested early for a healthier and higher-quality extra virgin olive oil, the Nocellara Etnea olives are picked by hand and cold pressed within hours at a state-of-the-art mill. The result is an outstanding extra virgin olive oil with the aroma of freshly picked olives and a well-balanced flavour combining gentle sweetness, pleasant bitterness and a lingering, clean finish.
Very versatile in the kitchen, this Etna IGP extra virgin olive oil is perfect for drizzling over salads, enhancing marinades, or adding depth to meat, fish, and roasted vegetable.
The artisan who made it
Vincenzo Signorelli is a small artisan olive oil producer based in Nicolosi, on the southern slopes of Mount Etna in Sicily. After a successful career as an international photojournalist, he returned to his family's ancient olive groves with the ambition of restoring them and producing exceptional organic extra virgin olive oil. Today, his estate is home to around 700 centuries-old olive trees growing on the unique volcanic soils of the Etna Regional Park.
Working with native Sicilian olive varieties, including Biancolilla, Nocellara Etnea, Nocellara del Belice and Moresca, Vincenzo follows a fully organic approach, harvesting the olives early and milling them within hours to preserve their freshness, aromas and natural antioxidants. His small annual production allows him to focus entirely on quality, creating elegant extra virgin olive oils that truly express the distinctive volcanic terroir of Mount Etna.
The result is a collection of premium Italian extra virgin olive oils with remarkable balance, freshness and complexity. Expect aromas of fresh herbs, artichoke and wildflowers, complemented by a gentle bitterness and peppery finish that are characteristic of high-quality, freshly pressed olive oil. Every bottle reflects the passion, craftsmanship and authenticity that define small family producers in Italy.
Vincenzo Signorelli's commitment to quality has earned recognition from leading international olive oil guides and competitions. His oils are appreciated by chefs, food lovers and anyone looking for authentic organic extra virgin olive oil from Sicily. If you are searching for artisan Italian olive oil produced from ancient olive trees on the volcanic slopes of Mount Etna, Vincenzo Signorelli's oils are an outstanding choice.
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