Antico Frantoio di Saguato

The story of &' Antico Frantoio di Saguato Stefano is a story of passion and unforgettable flavors. The Antico Frantoio is located in an enchanting town in the western Ligurian hinterland, where olive trees overlook the sea and the sea breeze caresses the leaves. In fact, we are in Diano San Pietro, from which we overlook the entire bay of Diano Marina.

The oil mill is a beautiful and very ancient structure from 1200: according to some documents it seems that in 1537 it housed a few friars and later became the property of the convent of Santa Caterina in Genoa. At &' beginning of the 17th century, the structure was rented and annually gave the friars fifteen large barrels of “good, clear and marketable” oil. Even the mill and the oil mill, existing in &' inside the building, were leased for the value of three barrels of oil in &' year. Around the middle of the 18th century, during the Civil War, the strong house was used as a barracks, but starting in 1805 it became a permanent oil processing center.
Today, the Antico Frantoio Saguato produces mainly extra virgin olive oil “from 100% Taggiasca monocultivar”, produced exclusively with only one type of small and aromatic olive, the precious Taggiasca olive, which gives a particularly sweet and unique oil.
The oil is then kept in the ancient clarifiers at a constant temperature all year round, so as to guarantee a product of

excellent quality.

How the oil from & #39 was created; Antico Frantoio di Saguato

The processing of oil involves many steps. This is an operation that even starts in November and lasts until April, at which time the olives are harvested, which in the Western Ligurian Riviera are typically “Taggiasca”. Once harvested and defoliated, the olives are placed in boxes and processed within 24 hours, so as to preserve their quality. It is at this moment that the 'milling' phase begins. The olives are washed in a special “washing machine” and then crushed and kneaded with special steel coils. At this point, the pulp is divided into two parts, one liquid and one solid. The oil is separated from the water and the impurities typical of the fruit and finally stored in underground stainless steel tanks at a constant temperature to keep its organoleptic qualities intact.
This is a very valuable product, so much so that it is produced in limited quantities precisely to follow the processing at every stage, so as

to guarantee excellent production.

Saguato oil: the always fresh scent of &' excellence

Saguato oil is a real delight: rich in floral notes and a beautiful intense amber yellow color, with a sweet fruity flavor, with low acidity. It is an excellent product, with an always fresh scent and naturally rich in nutrients thanks to cold extraction.
This oil is synonymous with craftsmanship and quality, a guarantee for those who want to bring taste and quality to the table. In fact, it is a very versatile ingredient, and it is no coincidence that it is one of the great protagonists of Mediterranean cuisine. Saguato oil is a real pleasure for dressing salads and vegetables while, for cooking, it will surprise with its aroma, giving an extra touch to soups, legumes, fish, meat and all your favorite dishes.
To enjoy it at its best, capturing all its organoleptic nuances, cut a slice of homemade bread and pass a drizzle of oil over it. You will see, it will be a healthy, fragrant and extremely aromatic snack

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