By rossella rago on Wednesday, 12 April 2023
Category: The Food Stories

Behind La Bottega: All About our Imported Olive Oil & Vinegars

At La Bottega della Nonna, we pride ourselves on sourcing the highest quality products from Italy. Our olive oil and vinegar selection ranges in size, flavor, region, and more. We cover a variety of price points depending on your interest in the integrity of aging and geographical protected status as well. Enoy perusing our collection below. 

Ceramic Jugs

Pure golden extra virgin olive oil from our home region Puglia (Italy) made from 100% Italian olives. This is 100% Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oil from olives cultivated by Frantoio Galantino on their own farms in Bisceglie (Puglia) which Rossella has visited on her Culinary Tours in Puglia.

This fine extra virgin olive oil is brought to you in an assortment of beautiful ceramic jugs handmade and painted in Puglia by local artisans. The jug not only contains fine oil but is also a nice decorative accent in your kitchen! 

Sample Sizes 

For a litte sample, we have darling bottles from Colavita and baby tins from Sicily's Partanna

Olive Oils

Masserie Santeramo Extra Virgin Olive Oil from Puglia  - 100% Italian Olives

Pure golden Flavorful extra virgin olive oil from our home region Puglia (Italy) made from  100% Italian olives. This is NOT a Mediterranean blend of oils, this is 100% Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oil.

This oil has been filtered to give you a clear olive oil. This is the perfect olive oil to use for all your dishes and as condiment to your salads.

Extra Virgin Olive Oil from Calabria

First cold pressed Extra Virgin Olive Oil for the hill of the Ionian Coast of the Reggio Calabria province (Italy). This oil is produced by artisans in a small estate.

Extra Virgin Olive Oil - San Giuliano Alghero

This classic Sardinian extra virgin olive oil is made from the first cold pressing of a blend of Bosana, Frantoio, Leccino, Semidana and Coratina olives. The olives are mechanically harvested from the tree from the end of November to January, then cold pressed with granite millstones, naturally decanted, filtered and bottled. It is clear golden yellow in color with a fruity aroma of ripe olives offering hints of almond and vanilla. This sweet, lightly spicy, well-balanced EVOO is packaged by San Giuliano in custom developed dark green glass bottles designed to protect the product from ultraviolet rays and oxidation.

Sole d'Abruzzo Extra Virgin Olive Oil from Abruzzo  - 100% Italian Olives

Pure extra virgin olive oil from the lovely  region Abruzzo (Italy) made from  100% Italian olives. This is NOT a Mediterranean blend of oils, this is 100% Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oil.

Sicilian Extra Virgin Olive Oil by Partanna - 100% Italian Olives - 1 Liter

Partanna EVOO - A monovarietal oil, only made with 100% Nocellara del Belice olives from the province of Trapani in Sicily. We freshly cold press our olives within hours of picking to obtain our premium extra virgin olive oil. It’s bottled immediately after the harvest in mid-October in a dark tin to keep it fresh longer. The oil has a rich flavor profile, with notes of artichokes, almonds and a peppery finish. The Sicily olive oil has received awards for quality that ranked it as the best olive oil in the world.

Unfiltered Extra Virgin Olive Oil from Sicilia - Paesano- 1 Liter 

Pure golden extra virgin olive oil from our home region Sicily (Italy) made from  100% Italian olives. This is NOT a Mediterranean blend of oils, this is 100% Unfiltered Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oil. This oil has not been filtered and has a cloudy greenish color

Mosto Classico - Unfiltered Extra Virgin Olive Oil by Calvi  - 100% Italian Olives

Produced from the finest quality Taggiasca olives harvested in the back country of Imperia Oneglia (Liguria), at their ideal ripening.

Calvi Extra Virgin Olive Oil - Unfiltered Mosto Classico is sweet, with a subtle fruity flavor and fresh scent. Calvi's extra virgin olive oil is made from a collection of quality Italian olives and bottled as it comes from the mill, after being naturally decanted. Great when used as dressing for salads, vegetables, and other delicate dishes. Extra Virgin Olive Oil - Unfiltered Mosto Classico's elegant green foil wrapping protects the oil from light to better preserve its organoleptic properties.

Pinzimolio Unfiltered Extra Virgin Olive Oil in Flask Bottle - 100% Italian Olives

The Extra Virgin Olive Oil "Pinzimolio" is obtained from the first cold press of olives collected at the beginning of the harvest, at partial ripening. This gives to this oil a fresh perfume and a delicate fruity taste, which makes it ideal for seasoning all types of fresh vegetables (celery, fennel, radishes, artichokes, carrots, tomatoes, cucumber, peppers…) and is excellent for making pinzimonio (from which it derives its name): a typical Italian appertizer - delightfully simple yet delicious dip for crisp fresh vegetable "crudites" consisting of olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper.

"Pinzimolio" is bottled "mosto" (unfiltered), just as it comes from the mills, giving it a distinctive cloudy-opalescent green color.

Affiorato - Extra Virgin Olive Oil from Puglia by Frantoio Galantino

The Affiorato Extra Virgin Olive Oil  is obtained using the centuries-old method of hand-skimming the small quantity (2-3%) that naturally rises to the surface of the olive paste after milling but before undergoing centrifugal separation. Being subjected only to crushing and no other production process, it has a  full bodied look and a perfect balance of taste and fragrance.  

Perfect for dressing salads, fish, seafood, delicate dishes.

Mosto Oro - Unfiltered Extra Virgin Olive Oil by Calvi  - 100% Italian Olives

Produced from the finest quality Taggiasca olives harvested in the back country of Imperia Oneglia (Liguria), at their ideal ripening.

This exceptional oil presents unique characteristics, amongst which its delicate flavor and warm golden color.

The extra virgin olive oil "Mosto Oro" is the pride of the Calvi company.

It is exclusively produced from the finest quality "Taggiasca" olives, one of the noblest varieties of olives, typical of the hills of western Liguria.

Sicilian Extra Virgin Olive Oil by Partanna - 100% Italian Olives - 3 Liters

Partanna EVOO - A monovarietal oil, only made with 100% Nocellara del Belice olives from the province of Trapani in Sicily. We freshly cold press our olives within hours of picking to obtain our premium extra virgin olive oil. It’s bottled immediately after the harvest in mid-October in a dark tin to keep it fresh longer. The oil has a rich flavor profile, with notes of artichokes, almonds and a peppery finish. The Sicily olive oil has received awards for quality that ranked it as the best olive oil in the world.

Masserie Santeramo Extra Virgin Olive Oil from Puglia  - 3 Liter -100% Italian Olives

Pure golden Flavorful extra virgin olive oil from our home region Puglia (Italy) made from  100% Italian olives. This is NOT a Mediterranean blend of oils, this is 100% Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oil.

Flavored Oils

White Truffle Extra Virgin Olive Oil by Calvi

This Olive Oil is infused with prized  Italian White Truffle mushrooms. The perfect condiment to add to your meats, pasta and your favorite sauces. The bottle contains actual shavings of white truffles.

Calabrian Chili Peppers in Olive Oil

The most authentic and oldest method to make a spicy chili oil, is to infuse Calabrian chili in olive oil. This is also known as "Olio Santo". It is the perfect ingredient to drizzle on Pasta e Fagioli, pizza or anything that you like spicy!

Lemon Infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil from Puglia by Frantoio Galantino

This particular oil is made by macerating lemons in the extra Virgin Olive Oil so that it absorbs the complete flavor of lemons in your oil.

Peperoncino Infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil from Puglia by Frantoio Galantino

This particular oil from Puglia is made by macerating peperoncini (chili peppers) in the Extra Virgin Olive Oil so that it absorbs the complete flavor of lemons in your oil.

This is the perfect olive oil to use for all your dishes and as a condiment to your salads.

Balsamic Vinegar of Modena

Fattoria Estense - Silver Label Balsamic Vinegar of Modena IGP - 10 Yrs

The Fattoria Estense Silver Label Balsamic Vinegar of Modena IGP is made according to a secret family recipe. This Balsamic Vinegar is produced using a traditional fermentation process and is then aged for 10 years in wood barrels. 

In July 2009 Aceto Balsamico di Modena (Balsamic Vinegar of Modena) obtained the Protected Geographical Indication (IGP) status from the European Union.

Pear Balsamic Vinegar of Modena  - De Nigris

Made from Gold Eagle Balsamic Vinegar and slowly cooked together with the pulp of juicy pears from Trentino. Ideal for use in marinades, for glazing, or as a salad dressing, it is recommended with chicken or green beans.

Balsamic Vinegar of Modena, IGP by Elsa - Farmacia - 6 Years

Beautiful deep brown color with fresh fruity taste they are patiently aged in a series of wood barrels with each type of wood adding its finest to the end flavors. Aged 6 years. Made from Salamino, Mastri, and Sorbara varieties of Lambrusco grapes

Organic Balsamic Vinegar of Modena  - De Nigris

The De Nigris Organic Balsamic Vinegar of Modena maintains the quality of the traditional products while utilizing 100% organic ingredients and agricultural processes. Made from 100% organic grapes and wine, this balsamic vinegar has a sweet and dense velvety body. It is ideal for hot dishes.

Fattoria Estense - Gold Label Balsamic Vinegar of Modena IGP  - 12 Yrs

The Fattoria Estense Gold Label Balsamic Vinegar of Modena IGP is made according to a secret family recipe. This Balsamic Vinegar is produced using a traditional fermentation process and is then aged for 12 years in wood barrels. It is truly liquid Gold and will transform your dishes into heavenly creations.

In July 2009 Aceto Balsamico di Modena (Balsamic Vinegar of Modena) obtained the Protected Geographical Indication  (IGP) status from the European Union.

Balsamic Vinegar of Modena, IGP by Elsa - Era - 12 Years

Beautiful deep brown color with fresh fruity taste they are patiently aged in a series of wood barrels with each type of wood adding its finest to the end flavors.

Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena DOP - 12 Yrs - Varvello

This Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale di Modena P.D.O. is a masterpiece of flavor, an outstanding Italian product that teams the must from exquisitely grown grapes with all the skills and experience of Italian artisans. This product has been cooked in open vats and fermented in wood barrels. Then it has been aged for at least 12 years.

This particular bottle was designed by the famous car designer Giorgetto Giugiaro to distinguish the Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale di Modena DOP from frequent imitations.The Bottle, carrying a numbered seal, is guarantee of quality and originality.

In April 2000  Aceto Balsamico di Modena (Balsamic Vinegar of Modena) obtained the Protected Designation of Origin  (DOP) status from the European Union.

5 Gold Medals Champagnotta "Banda Rossa" - Balsamic Vinegar of Modena - 20 Years

The ultimate pride and expression of the art of Giusti vinegars, the “Banda Rossa” was the personal gift from Uncle Giuseppe to family members. Of great body and concentration, it is distinguished by its extraordinary complexity and rich bouquet of aromas. Notes of plum, black cherries and sweet spices, infused with the fragrances of ancient woods in which it was left to age, persisting long after a taste.

Comes in a beautiful box ready to be gifted to someone special.

Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena DOP - 25 Yrs - Varvello

This Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale di Modena P.D.O. is a masterpiece of flavor, an outstanding Italian product that teams the must from exquisitely grown grapes with all the skills and experience of Italian artisans. This product has been cooked in open vats and fermented in wood barrels. Then it has been aged for at least 25 years.

This particular bottle was designed by the famous car designer Giorgetto Giugiaro to distinguish the Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale di Modena DOP from frequent imitations.The Bottle, carrying a numbered seal, is guarantee of quality and originality.

Vin Cotto 

Fig Vin Cotto (Fig Molasses) from Calabria

This Fig Vin Cotto (Fig Molasses) is made in Calabria from "Dottato" figs.  It is especially used to dip your Christmas CartellateBut it is also perfect to make cookies and desserts and it is great when drizzled over Gelato.

Grape Vin Cotto from Calabria

This Grape Vin Cotto is made in Calabria from Calabrian grape must.   It is especially used to dip your Christmas Cartellate or  can also be drizzled over Gelato! It is great to make cookies and desserts as well.

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