Oil & Vinegar

Italy is the second largest producer of extra virgin olive oil with 40-45 percent of its olive oil being extra virgin. Extra-virgin olive oil comes from the first cold pressing of the olives; the word "cold" is important because if heat is used, the olive oil's chemistry is changed. Extra-virgin olive oil has not been filtered, modified or altered in any way. The extra-virgin olive oil offered online by Machiavelli has a superior taste. The retail labels extra-virgin olive oil and virgin olive oil cannot contain any refined oil; ‘refined’ means that the oil has been chemically treated. The Italian government regulates the use of different protected designation of origin labels for olive oils with certain regions being given the Denominazione di Origine Protetta (Denomination of Protected Origin) status. Machiavelli is proud to offer its Sicilian DOP extra-virgin olive oil online. Aceto Balsamico, is a traditional flavoured vinegar commonly used in small amounts in Italian cuisine. Only two consortiums produce true balsamic vinegar, Modena and Reggio Emilia. The balsamic vinegar complex tastes can best be noted in simple dishes.

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  • Balsamic Vinegar ~ 250ml

    Balsamic Vinegar ~ 250ml

    The traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena follows the traditional process where large quantities of grape must are cooked, without any added molasses of colouring creating the correct light acidity with a pleasantly sweet finish.

    SKU16152   •   Volume: 250ml   •   Price: £11.40

  • Sicilian Olive Oil D.O.P. Castel di Lego

    Sicilian Olive Oil D.O.P. Castel di Lego

    Magnificent olive oil with a smooth green colour, delicate aroma, fruity flavour and tomato finish. Produced in S.E. Sicily at over 1000 ft. above sea level. Harvested by hand, the olives are pressed by a traditional stone press and bottled without filtration.

    SKU16153   •   Weight: 500g   •   Price: £11.65 £10.30

  • Villa Zottopera Organic Black Label ~ 500ml

    Villa Zottopera Organic Black Label ~ 500ml

    Organic Sicilian olive oil made from 400 year old Tonda Iblea trees. It is an harmonic and elegant oil with slight tastes of tomato and fresh herbs.

    SKU16272   •   Weight: 500g   •   Price: £15.75 £13.15
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