HOT ! Istriana Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil (Croatia)

Istriana aims to share the best of Istria, Croatia with the rest of the world. A region rich in Roman history, Istria sits in a unique microclimate perfectly suited for quality olive oil production. Istriana\'s olive trees are local Croatian varieties grown using organic production methods. They control every step of cultivation, as they believe this is the only way to truly ensure the origins and integrity of their oil. Their signature red bottles are colored with a proprietary paint containing the rich red earth of Istria in which their trees are cultivated. This is an homage to Roman times, when red amphorae indicated Istrian oil\'s authenticity and origin. Honoring the region\'s centuries-long practice of olive cultivation, each bottle truly contains \"centuries of Istrian tradition in every drop.

Hand-harvested and milled within mere hours using Mori-Tem technology, the olives come from 3,000 local Istrian olive tree varieties of Leccino, Pendolino, and Rosinjola. The oil is handfiltered and bottled to order. Istriana controls all aspects of production to preserve the integrity and authenticity of their oil. Istriana\'s extra virgin olive oil blend is medium-bodied with aromas of freshly cut green grass and a prominent green vegetal flavor. Tasting notes include arugula, kale, bitter herbs, celery leaves, and a peppery polyphenol finish.

Harvest: Fall, 2025

Awards include:

2023, 2024, 2025 Gold | New York International Olive Oil Competion

2023, 2024, 2025 Gold | International Olive Oil Competition

2023, 2024, 2025 Gold | London International Olive Oil Competition

2023, 2024, 2025 Ultra Premium | Dubai Olive Oil Competition