Tour and Tasting of 6 Olive Oils With Regional Products
Walk through an ancient olive grove and discover the depth of extra virgin olive oil through guided sensorial comparison and local artisan pairings.
This olive oil tasting experience invites visitors to step inside a working grove of centuries-old olive trees and engage directly with the traditions of artisan oil production. The session combines a guided grove walk with a structured tasting of six single-varietal extra virgin olive oils. The experience closes with a curated board of regional cheeses, cured sausages, local bread, and handmade jams.
The tasting follows a sensorial methodology, guiding participants through the visual, olfactory, and gustatory characteristics of each oil in sequence. Comparing single-varietal oils side by side reveals how olive cultivar, harvest timing, and terroir shape flavour profiles in ways that blended commercial oils rarely communicate.
The accompanying Mainova board draws from local producers and reflects the regional food culture of the area. Each element on the board has been selected to complement the oils tasted, offering a practical and enjoyable illustration of how quality olive oil interacts with other traditional ingredients.
Highlights
Walk through an ancient olive grove with trees that reflect generations of agricultural heritage.
Taste six single-varietal extra virgin olive oils and learn to distinguish cultivar-specific flavour profiles.
Follow a structured sensorial tasting method covering visual clarity, aroma, and palate characteristics.
Enjoy a Mainova board with regional cheeses, cured sausages, local bread, and artisan jams.
Gain practical knowledge about quality markers that distinguish extra virgin olive oil from lesser grades.
Connect with the terroir of the region through products sourced directly from local producers.
Itinerary
Guests are welcomed at the entrance to the ancient olive grove. The guide provides an overview of the property, the olive varieties cultivated, and the history of olive growing in the region.
A guided walk leads through the grove, where participants observe the trees at close range and learn about cultivation practices, harvest methods, and the relationship between tree age and oil character.
Before tasting begins, the guide explains the sensorial evaluation method used by professional tasters. Participants learn what to look for in colour, aroma intensity, fruitiness, bitterness, and pungency.
Six single-varietal extra virgin olive oils are presented in sequence. Participants evaluate each one using the sensorial method introduced, and the guide facilitates comparison and discussion of each variety.
The session concludes with the Mainova board, featuring local cheeses, regional cured sausages, artisan bread, and handcrafted jams. Participants pair these products with the oils tasted and enjoy the full regional flavour experience.
What Is Included
Included
- Guided visit to the ancient olive grove
- Sensorial tasting methodology briefing
- Tasting of 6 single-varietal extra virgin olive oils
- Mainova regional board (cheeses, cured sausages, local bread, local jams)
- Professional guide throughout the session
Not Included
- Transportation to and from the meeting point
- Additional food or beverage orders outside the tasting
- Gratuities
Important Information
Reserve Your Spot
Spaces on this tasting experience are limited to maintain a personal and informative atmosphere. Secure your place to explore six single-varietal olive oils alongside regional artisan products in a historic grove setting.
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