Chiavalon Olive Oil Atilio

From ancient Roman groves where gnarled olive trees have witnessed centuries unfold, the Chiavalon family crafts their award-winning Atilio: a robust, polyphenol-rich elixir that has conquered the palates of discerning chefs from Milan to Manhattan. Each golden drop tells a story thousands of years in the making, where traditional harvesting methods dance with modern innovation on the sun-drenched Istrian peninsula.

This isn't merely olive oil; it's liquid history, pressed from the same sacred soil where Roman legionnaires first established Croatia's olive tradition, a heritage you can taste in every complex, velvety pour. The gold medals adorning this environmentally-conscious masterpiece from Italy to Japan only confirm what your palate will discover at first taste: Chiavalon Atilio stands as the undisputed crown jewel of Croatian olive craftsmanship.

Serving suggestions

This oil pairs perfectly with all kinds of meat dishes. We especially recommend it with steaks. It also may be served with dessert,ideally with dark chocolate cake.

Specifications

Type: blend
Olive variety: Carbonazza, Istrian Bianchera
Thickness: very rich texture
Color: golden green
Flavor: strong with flavor of black pappar and almond. Powerful bitternes and pungency
Aroma: rich in hints of artichoke and chicory, together with fragrant notes of rosemary and mint

Harvesting and processing

Harvesting method: combined; hand picked and using hand-held pneumatic branch shakers
Harvesting period: October
Processing method: own mill, continuous cycle, 2 phases, processed immediately after harvesting
Processing temperature: 19 – 21°C
Place of production: Vodnjan
Altitude: 80 – 180 f.a.s.l.
Region: Istra