Product Reviews and Ratings - Olive Oil - Affiorato Extra Virgin Olive Oil

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(based on 4 ratings)

Located in: Oil/Vinegar, Olive Oil

The Calogiuri family has been making olive oil in Lizzanello (located in Salento district) Italy since 1825. They utilize an old technique which relies on the simplest means to make their olive oil. Each November, they cold crush their olives with care and extract the oil with “affiorato” (surfacing). This technique consists of waiting, after crushing, for the oil to rise to the surface from the olive juices. This “floating” oil is scooped in flagons by hand. Only three other companies in Italy still produce “affiorato” oil. Calogiuri “Affiorato” Extra Virgin Olive Oil has a fresh, delicate taste.

Due to the handcrafted nature of this oil, it is common for sediment to collect in the bottom of this bottle. It is normal for there to be floating swirls and clouds in the oil.

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Review Snapshot®

Avg. Customer Rating:

4.8 stars

(based on 4 reviews)

100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:

Flavorful(4), Rich(3)

Best Uses:

Salads(3)

Describe Yourself:

Foodie(4), Frequent diner(3), Health conscious(3)

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

This is truly wonderful olive oil!

By Sonya the Svelt from Seminole Florida on 1/6/2008

Pros:

Flavorful

Best Uses:

Dipping oil

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Frequent Diner, Health Conscious, Higher taster

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Affiorato Extra Virgin Olive Oil - 250 ML:

This oil is the very best I have tried. I usually buy my oil from the grocery store just because I haven't been into anything truly exceptional, but will surely order this one again from igormet. It has delicious light flavor and is just great for dipping your favorite bread into. Absolutely a first rate product. Thanks, igormet, for having this available!

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Excellent

By Gourmet Doc from Lakeland, Fl on 12/10/2007

Pros:

Flavorful, Rich

Best Uses:

Marinade, Salads

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Frequent Diner, Home chef

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Affiorato Extra Virgin Olive Oil - 250 ML:

I use this product when I made home made salad dressing. I also use it when I am making a pork roast.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Great Product [...]

By Lb from San Clemente, CA on 8/8/2007

Pros:

Flavorful, Rich

Best Uses:

Breakfast, Pasta, Pizza, Salads, Sandwiches

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Health Conscious

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Affiorato Extra Virgin Olive Oil - 250 ML:

Great olive oil...I use it more as a drizzle over heirloom tomatoes & in fresh salad dressings alot! This is when the product shines! [...]...a happy customer!!

Well-balanced olive oil

By Ann from Bay Area, CA on 5/30/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Flavorful, Rich

Best Uses:

Pasta, Pizza, Salads

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Frequent Diner, Health Conscious

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Affiorato Extra Virgin Olive Oil - 250 ML:

A hint of bitter olives accenting a smoothe buttery background. The balance of flavors is just right - flavorful, without being too overpowering. Very versatile.

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