Tasca d'Almerita
Extra Virgin Olive Oil 0.5L 2025
| Size | 0,50 l |
|---|---|
| Area | Sicily (Italy) |
- Sicilian provenance: Estate situated between Palermo and Caltanissetta at 450–900 metres elevation
- Olive blend: Mostly Biancolilla with Nocellara del Belice, Piricuddara and Coratina
- Production: Hand-harvested and cold extracted in a continuous cycle
- Sensory profile: Yellow with green tones; aromas of almond, spice and green tomato
- Flavour: Fresh and herbaceous; peppery finish with slight bitterness; contains sulphites
Description
What kind of oil is it
Tenuta Regaleali Olio Extra Vergine Di Oliva by Tasca d’Almerita is an extra virgin olive oil from Sicily, featuring a blend dominated by the Biancolilla variety alongside Piricuddara, Nocellara del Belice, and Coratina. Extracted via a continuous cold cycle using mechanical processes, the oil presents a vibrant yellow colour with greenish glints and clear aromas of almond, spices, and green tomato. On the palate, it offers a fresh, herbaceous profile with a soft structure, where a persistent peppery pungency elegantly balances a slight bitterness.
Where it comes from
This olive oil comes from the Regaleali Estate in the heart of rural Sicily, situated in the hilly landscape between Palermo and Caltanissetta. The olive groves flourish at altitudes between 450 and 900 metres above sea level. This elevation creates a unique microclimate that favours the development of a fragrant sensory profile. The estate is characterised by majestic, century-old olive trees, meticulously maintained to ensure consistent yields and preserve the health of the plants.
How it is made
Skilful pruning keeps the branches low, facilitating a precise manual harvest. Once gathered, the olives are immediately processed in a continuous cycle plant. The essential cold extraction is performed using purely mechanical processes, a rigorous technique that safeguards the aromatic integrity of the fruit. This careful method yields a refined product that retains the fresh characteristics of the raw ingredients, resulting in its signature peppery pungency and vibrant green notes.
History and Heritage
Produced at the historic Regaleali estate in rural Sicily, this extra virgin olive oil reflects Tasca d’Almerita’s heritage as a historic family-run winery. A fascinating fact about its production is that it relies on majestic, century-old olive trees. These historic plants are meticulously cared for and skilfully pruned to lower their branches, preserving their vitality while allowing for traditional manual harvesting across the hilly, generations-old agricultural landscape.
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- Start up year: 1830
- Oenologist: Laura Orsi
- Hectares: 697
The Tasca family is internationally recognized for its pioneering role in modern Sicilian winemaking. Since 2001, Tasca d’Almerita has pursued a project focused on enhancing native grape varieties in the island’s most vocated territories. Alongside Regaleali—the historic estate spanning approximately 500 hectares—new estates have been added: Capofaro on the island of Salina, Tascante on the northern slopes of Mount Etna, Whitaker on the island of Mozia, and Sallier de La Tour in the Monreale DOC.
In 2019, Tasca d’Almerita was named "European Winery of the Year" by Wine Enthusiast magazine. In 2021, it became one of only 24 wineries worldwide to be awarded the prestigious "Green Emblem" for sustainability by Robert Parker – Wine Advocate. Since March 2023, already a Benefit Corporation, it has earned the esteemed international B Corp certification, joining a select group of companies committed to the highest standards of social and environmental sustainability. In 2025, Tasca d’Almerita received the "Historic Brand" recognition and was officially registered in the Special Register of Historic Brands of National Interest by the Italian Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy. Read more
| Name | Tenuta Regaleali Extra Virgin Olive Oil 0.5L 2025 |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2025 |
| Size | 0,50 l |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Sicily |
| Vendor | Tasca d'Almerita |
| Story | History and Heritage Produced at the historic Regaleali estate in rural Sicily, this extra virgin olive oil reflects Tasca d’Almerita’s heritage as a historic family-run winery. A fascinating fact about its production is that it relies on majestic, century-old olive trees. These historic plants are meticulously cared for and skilfully pruned to lower their branches, preserving their vitality while allowing for traditional manual harvesting across the hilly, generations-old agricultural landscape. |
| Origin | Tenuta Regaleali, hilly area between Palermo and Caltanissetta, Sicily, Italy |
| Production technique | Manual harvesting and cold extraction in a continuous cycle |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |