Product Reviews and Ratings - Olive Oil - A L'Olivier Extra Virgin Olive Oil from igourmet

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(based on 11 ratings)

Located in: Oil/Vinegar, Olive Oil

Founded in 1822, L'Olivier's quaint shop in the old Marais quarter of Paris still serves Parisians with their distinctly sweet, fragrant Provencal-style olive oil. Different from Italian extra virgin olive oil, L'Oliver Extra Virgin Olive Oil has a fruity but mild olive flavor. As France's most respected oil specialist, L'Olivier consistently produces versatile oils with low acidity. For attractive shelf-presence, we offer this oil in a rustic, half-liter, stoneware crock, which also helps preserve the oil's freshness.

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Review Snapshot®

Avg. Customer Rating:

4.6 stars

(based on 11 reviews)

91% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:

Flavorful(9), Rich(5)

Best Uses:

Dipping(5), Salads(5)

Describe Yourself:

Foodie(8)

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Over-priced oil

By Ozarkhighlands

from Missouri on 3/26/2010

Gift:

Best Uses:

Dipping, Pasta

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about A L'Olivier Extra Virgin Olive Oil:

There are better oils for less money. The crock is really nice, wish the oil was better.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Get It While You Can!!!

By Red Dragon from Oregon on 3/19/2010

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Pros:

Flavorful, Rich

Best Uses:

Dipping, Gifts, Marinade, Pasta, Salads

Describe Yourself:

Chef, Foodie, Profesional Chef

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about A L'Olivier Extra Virgin Olive Oil:

I love good olive oil and this one really surprised me. I rate my olive oil a lot like wine. This has an unbelievable bouquet and a lovely initial almost sweet front of the tongue impact, then an awesome nutty finish. It is smooth, no bitterness and in general one of the nicer oils I have ever had the chance to dip with bread. I will order more and hope I can get it!

Blended to make the perfect dressing...

By winslowtickles

from South Kortright, NY on 2/18/2010

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Pros:

Flavorful, Rich

Best Uses:

Dipping, Salads

Describe Yourself:

Health Conscious, Simple Tastes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about A L'Olivier Extra Virgin Olive Oil:

Blended this oil with Bella Famiglia Balsamic Vinegar for a tasty salad and dipping dressing. Delicious and light!

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

So fruity and delicious

By Leesey

from New York on 1/15/2010

Pros:

Flavorful, Fruity

Best Uses:

Dipping

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Vegetarian

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about A L'Olivier Extra Virgin Olive Oil:

I wasn't sure what I'd be getting for a [$] bottle of olive oil, but I can say it's absolutely worth every penny. So far I've used it as a dip for crusty bread, and I agree with the other reviewers who say this is the best olive oil I've ever had. After our meal, we even saved the 1/8 tsp of olive oil that was left in the little dipping bowl; you cannot let even a drop of this product go to waste!

[5 of 5 customers found this review helpful]

There is a Reason it's Out of Stock!

By Uncle Al

from Brighton, IL on 7/1/2009

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Pros:

Creamy, Fruity, Rich, Smooth

Best Uses:

Dipping

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about A L'Olivier Extra Virgin Olive Oil:

Perhaps the finest example of olive oil we've ever had the pleasure to enjoy.
So smooth, so rich yet not over bearing in any way. This oil should only be used for dipping or in other food preparation where it's outstanding qualities will not be masked by other foods or herbs.

There is a reason this oil is always out of stock, and we're all waiting for the next limited production run from A L'Olivier. We've found no other that can match the characteristics of this particular oil. It is so appealing, on more than one occasion I've been tempted to sip on a bit, as one would a fine Port or rare brandy.

It lives up to its billing

By ED from Bronxville, NY on 4/11/2008

Pros:

Flavorful, Rich

Best Uses:

Salads, Vegetables

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about A L'Olivier Extra Virgin Olive Oil:

Great on bread and vegetables

Wonderful Olive Oil

By Trisha , a cook from Alabama on 10/11/2007

Pros:

Flavorful

Best Uses:

I use it to roast vegetab

Describe Yourself:

cook

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about A L'Olivier Extra Virgin Olive Oil:

this olive oil from France has a different tast from th olive oils from Italy. It is wonderful.

Fresh-tasting olive oil

By Foodie Mom

from Hampton Roads, VA on 8/20/2007

Pros:

Flavorful, Rich

Best Uses:

Salads

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about A L'Olivier Extra Virgin Olive Oil:

A very fresh-tasting olive oil. It has a very slight bitterness/pungency.

Wonderful, light and fruity.

By salem from texas on 8/4/2007

Pros:

Flavorful

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about A L'Olivier Extra Virgin Olive Oil:

Very light and fruity. Great for dipping, salads, etc. Have sent several to friends, all have loved it.

great oil great gift

By Betsy from Lakeland, FL on 7/17/2007

Pros:

beautiful packaging, Flavorful

Best Uses:

Gift, Salads

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about A L'Olivier Extra Virgin Olive Oil:

They make the best olive oil in france; I always try to have some handy, and send as gifts often, which are always well appreciated. crock keeps oil better than bottles.

Fruity and sweet French Olive Oil

By Lyndsay E.

from Penfield, NY on 7/17/2007

Pros:

Flavorful, Fruity and buttery

Cons:

Mild

Best Uses:

Vinaigrettes

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Francophile

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about A L'Olivier Extra Virgin Olive Oil:

Lovely and light, my family really enjoyed this olive oil. It is a bit on the softer side, so strong vinegar can wash out the sweeter notes in the oil. The clay jar it comes in is also quite nice for display.

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