The olive oil varieties of Roberta Farm
The olive oil varieties of Roberta Farm
The olive oil varieties of Roberta Farm
Olio Roberta products are a selection of Italian extra virgin olive oils made from prized cultivars, produced with careful attention to quality, traceability and the fruit’s natural characteristics.
This information page provides a comprehensive overview of the different varieties available, describing their origins, aromatic profiles, suggested pairings and sensory characteristics.
Each oil tells the story of a place and a production method that brings out the cultivar’s identity while preserving the authentic essence of the olive and the place where it is grown.
From Coratina to Nocellara, as well as blends and milder oils, the aim is to provide clear, detailed descriptions to help users choose the oil best suited to their needs.
An overview of Olio Roberta varieties: origins, aromatic profiles and pairings
Coratina
Coratina is the purest expression of the world’s most famous Apulian cultivar.
The centuries-old trees that produce this extra virgin olive oil rise majestically, yielding a powerful, rich and aromatic oil.
Its flavor profile combines a bold structure with intense fruity notes, along with hints of artichoke and herbaceous aromas.
A harmonious oil with a natural balance of bitterness and pepperiness, ideal for those seeking character and depth.
Tasting notes
- Colour: green with golden hues
- Aroma: medium-fruity, with notes of almond and artichoke
- Taste: a “bold” structure, medium-intense bitterness and a lingering peppery finish
Pairings
Perfect with tomato bruschetta, grilled porcini mushrooms, artichoke salads, grilled radicchio, legume and asparagus soups.
Also excellent with sausage pasta, baked oily fish, poultry, roast lamb, bistecca alla fiorentina and aged cheeses.
Nocellara
Nocellara is a tribute to the Belice Valley, a Sicilian land rich in history and tradition.
Grown in select plots, it yields an extra virgin olive oil with an extraordinary aroma, rich fruitiness and a rounded, enveloping flavor with notes of tomato leaf and almond and a hint of pepperiness.
Its smooth, complex flavor comes from the perfect balance between the olive’s flesh and pit, making this cultivar a standout of Mediterranean olive growing.
Tasting notes
- Color: deep green or medium-deep green
- Aroma: medium-intense fruitiness, with green tomato leaf and floral notes
- Taste: delicate, with mild bitterness and a lingering peppery finish
Pairings
Ideal with fish dishes, especially raw fish, risottos, beans, white meats and fresh cheeses.
Also excellent with creamy vegetable soups, barley appetizers, sea bass carpaccio, vegetable purées, dishes with Caesar’s mushrooms, fried shrimp, steamed shellfish and baked cookies.
La Fenice Cru
It’s an extra virgin olive oil born from the harmonious blend of selected cultivars grown in a small area of our estate called “Coppa Malva”, including Nocellara, Carolea and Coratina.
The result is an elegant, aromatic oil that blends intensity with lightness. Thanks to these qualities, it can enhance any dish.
Tasting notes
- Color: green with golden hues
- Aroma: fruity, with notes of almond, freshly cut grass and artichoke
- Taste: robust and harmonious, with medium-intense bitterness and pronounced pepperiness
Pairings
Perfect with legume appetizers, salmon carpaccio, chicken salads, crudités, marinated vegetables, asparagus pasta dishes, gratinéed shellfish, roast fish, poultry and roast lamb.
Also excellent with fresh pasta filata cheeses.
The Oil Jars
The terracotta oil jars are small masterpieces of craftsmanship, inspired by Etruscan and Roman traditions. Originally made to store oil and wine, they are now also prized as elegant decorative objects.
Made entirely by hand, they stand out for their rounded shapes, raised decorations and attention to detail, making each piece unique.
Beyond their practical use, the oil jars make a refined gift idea, original and full of meaning, perfect for anyone who loves cooking, rustic design and authentic objects.
Some models feature a handy spigot hole, combining style and functionality.
Available at our farm, the oil jars come in 250 ml and 500 ml sizes: an artisanal gift that tells a story and adds character to any space.
Il Classico
Classico is our most versatile, everyday range, made from ripe olives that give it a delicate fruitiness and a beautifully balanced profile.
Its light notes of fruit and freshly cut grass make it ideal both for cooking and for simple dressings served raw.
It is a smooth, delicate yet aromatic oil, created to complement a variety of dishes without overpowering their flavors.
Tasting notes
- Color: pale green
- Aroma: fresh, with notes of freshly cut grass and artichoke leaf
- Taste: lightly fruity, balanced and pleasantly herbaceous
Pairings
Suitable for cooking, pan-frying, preserving, and marinating meat or fish.
Best enjoyed raw on soups, vegetables and legumes, light meats, bruschetta, pinzimonio, salads and fish with a moderate saltiness.
Frequently asked questions about the oils produced by Roberta Organic Farm
What are the main varieties of Olio Roberta products?
The main varieties include Coratina, Nocellara and Il Classico, each with its own aromatic profile and culinary uses.
Which oil is best for fish dishes?
The Nocellara cultivar, for its fresh notes of green tomato and its rounded flavour.
What’s the difference between a blend and a single-varietal olive oil?
A single-varietal oil expresses the character of one variety, while a blend combines several cultivars to achieve balance and versatility.
Is Gran Blend suitable for cold dishes?
Yes. Its elegant structure makes it a great match for carpaccio, salads and crudités.
