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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 manually scooped into flagons. 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.
Review Snapshot®
Avg. Customer Rating:
4.3 stars
(based on 3 reviews)
100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Customers most agreed on the following attributes:
Pros:
Flavorful(3)
Smooth, fruity, nutty flavor.
By Jim Bates from Amargosa Valley, NV on 5/15/2009
Gift:
No
Pros:
Creamy, Flavorful, Rich
Best Uses:
Dipping, Marinade, Pasta, Salads, Sandwiches
Describe Yourself:
Chef, Frequent Diner
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Comments about Affiorato Extra Virgin Olive Oil - 750 ML:
Initial smooth fruity nutty flavor w/short lived pleasant after taste.
[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]
an excellent choice
By pete9313
from brightwaters, ny on 4/8/2009
from brightwaters, ny on 4/8/2009
Gift:
No
Pros:
Flavorful
Best Uses:
Marinade, Pasta
Describe Yourself:
Frequent Diner
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Comments about Affiorato Extra Virgin Olive Oil - 750 ML:
is absolutely wonderful with pasta garlic/oil...also used for marinading when i grill chicken...tasty, flavorful, and a wonderful choice !
[3 of 5 customers found this review helpful]
Crisp and flavorful EVOO
By LP from Boston, MA on 3/7/2007
Pros:
Clean, Delicate, Flavorful
Best Uses:
Cooking, Dipping, Salads
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Comments about Affiorato Extra Virgin Olive Oil - 750 ML:
Fresh and flavorful olive oil that is delicate and yet delivers a powerful taste. Great for cooking or just as a dipping oil.