Extra Virgin Olive Oil – 5L

Origin

Danilo Manco farms and presses his olives in Puglia, the flat, sun-baked heel of Italy that produces more olive oil than any other region in the country. “Leggero,” meaning light, is his gentler expression: a delicate, early-harvest blend designed to sit at the opposite end of the spectrum from the robust, peppery oils Puglia is usually known for. It’s made for everyday use, the bottle you reach for without a second thought, rather than the one saved for special occasions.

Tasting notes

Pale gold with a faint green cast. The aroma is soft and fruity, leaning towards ripe olive and a touch of almond, with none of the sharp, grassy bite of a more intense Puglian oil. On the palate it’s smooth and rounded, with only a gentle, fleeting pepperiness at the back of the throat and very little bitterness. This is an easy-drinking, approachable oil, built for versatility rather than making a statement.

Serving suggestions

Its mild character makes it the ideal everyday oil, the one for roasting vegetables, finishing a simple pasta, dressing a delicate salad, or cooking eggs, without ever overpowering the other ingredients. It’s also a good choice for baking, where a more intense oil would fight with the other flavours. Use it anywhere you want the oil to support the dish rather than lead it, and save a punchier, single-estate oil for dishes where you want the olive flavour to be the main event.

Ingredients: 100% extra virgin olive oil.

Allergens: none. Produced in a facility that handles tree nuts; check pack for details.

Store in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight and heat. Best before end: see pack. Product of Italy.