Chianti Classico DOP Collection

Discover the soul of Tuscany through this exclusive duo of Chianti Classico DOP extra virgin olive oils crafted by Giacomo Grassi, one of Italy’s most celebrated olive oil millers. From his groves in the heart of Chianti, Giacomo produces oils that consistently win acclaim for their purity, balance, and extraordinary expression of terroir.

One of the main characteristics of Chianti Classico DOP oil is its variety.
Chianti Classico DOP oil can in fact be produced using different varieties of olives and this allows for a different oil depending on which of these varieties are used and to what extent.

At least 80% of the olives used to produce Chianti Classico DOP oil must belong to one of these three varieties: Leccino, Frantoio and Moraiolo. Different percentages of each may be used, provided that the total of these three varieties reaches at least 80% of the total quantity of olives from which Chianti Classico DOP is produced.

Each of these varieties has specific characteristics that influence the oil produced:
– the Leccino is a variety that ripens earlier than the others and gives the oil a sweet sensation that allows the oil to be defined as ‘elegant’;
– the Frantoio gives a greater extension of the bitter and spicy aroma;
– the Moraiolo gives the oil freshness and liveliness because it is one of the varieties that are harvested very early.

Each EVOO in this package is a monocultivar, meaning it is made from a single variety of olive, allowing the unique characteristics of that cultivar to shine through. Much like single-grapes in wine or single origin for coffees, monocultivar extra virgin olive oils offer a pure, unblended taste of the land, variety, and craftsmanship behind them.

This duo is a true celebration of Tuscan olive oil heritage—

CHIANTI CLASSICO DOP COLLECTION DUO

•  Organic Chianti Classico DOP Olinto Frantoio Giacomo Grassi High Phenolic 572mg/kg  (Chianti, Tuscany)
  Robust Rounded & Balanced | Best for: Fiorentina Steak, Soups, Bruschetta 
  Crafted by acclaimed frantoiano (olive oil miller) Giacomo Grassi in the heart of Chianti, this oil is made from 100% Frantoio olives. It presents a strong grassy flavors, harmonious and penetrating. The flavor is elegant and remembers the fresh olive,  just cut green grass, the bitter of the artichoke-leaf followed by well balanced peppery notes.Great on Fiorentina Steak, bruschetta and roasted veggies.
•  Chianti Classico DOP Moraiolo Giacomo Grassi Medicinal-grade High Phenolic 563mg/kg  (Chianti, Tuscany)
  Elegant & Pungent| Best for: Game, roasted veggies, mushroom Risotto 
  Made from 100% Moraiolo olives in the heart of Chianti. The Moraiolo olive is a traditional Italian variety known for its robust flavor and high phenolic content. Grown primarily in the central regions of Italy, Moraiolo olives produce an oil that is rich in polyphenols, giving it a distinctive peppery and bitter taste. This variety is particularly valued for its ability to produce high-quality EVOO with significant health benefits.
• “Learn more about high polyphenol EVOO, hydroxytyrosol, and oleocanthal in our EVOO FAQ.