We purchased a run-down farmhouse with approximately 600 olive trees, and we renovated the house and are currently working on getting the neglected olive grove back into full production.

The oil derived solely from this wonderful Itrana variety has yet to be duly accredited for its superior quality, being exceptionally low in acidity, in fact far below the 0.8% international standard for Extra Virgin Olive Oil. It is generally accepted that olive oil, this fine natural product, is full of health giving properties. Indeed our 86 year old neighbour seems to be living proof of this, as he is still fit enough to climb his ladder, with secateurs and pruning saw in hand, to lovingly tend his trees.

The olive oil derived from the Itrana olives, and the “Early November / December Pressing” has a unique exquisite herby taste and aroma.

We are co-ordinating a small co-operative of local farmers who produce this magnificent olive oil, and also delicious Itri olives, perhaps more common known as “Gaeta olives”.

Therefore, it is something of an enigma to us, whether by accident or by design, why the superior Extra Virgin Olive Oil from this beautiful area of South Lazio has been kept until now, such a well guarded secret?

This is a situation we hope to change, as we have a burning desire to help bring this wonderful product to a wider market and share our passion for this, the very best of Italian fayre.

For further details about these superior products please feel free to contact us.

ph.shapcott @ btinternet.com