Apulian Extra Virgin Oil - South Italy's Finest

Italian extra virgin olive oil is the pride of our production of typical Apulian products, boasting about sixty million olive trees, of which at least five are considered monumental.

It accounts for about 40% of Italy’s olive oil production and 12% of the world production. This very important food, a staple on our tables, is too often subject to various kinds of counterfeiting. The promotion of a quality online extra virgin olive oil is part of the process of rediscovering the deep connection between food and health.

The olives harvested are processed in a continuous three-phase cycle (PIERALISI) in the south of the Salento Plain (an ideal area for agricultural cultivation) in Italy, where qualified technicians monitor the production phase to ensure the highest quality.

Extra virgin olive oil: properties

Mainly composed of antioxidant substances, such as monounsaturated fatty acids, linoleic acid, polyphenols, beta-carotene, oleic acid, and a precious molecule called oleocanthal, it also contains vitamin A, D, E, and minerals like iron, calcium, magnesium, potassium.

These properties constitute a precious treasure for our health, both in terms of combating free radicals and in the prevention and treatment of numerous diseases, as demonstrated by numerous scientific studies.

Beneficial effects of extra virgin olive oil on humans

Among the healthiest foods in the Mediterranean diet, we certainly find Extra Virgin Olive Oil, which in ancient times was considered a real wonder, not only in the kitchen but also in the field of medicine.

In 400 B.C., Hippocrates of Cos defined it as “The best medicine,” while Homer referred to it as the “liquid gold.”

Extra virgin olive oil from Puglia, Italy, a source of benefits since ancient times

Today, Extra Virgin Olive Oil is used in the kitchen to season a wide variety of dishes, but it is also considered a great ally for human health: in fact, it is rich in polyphenols, which can interact positively with the body, especially the brain.

This molecule can be found in the oil, but also in products like wine, tea, chocolate, cocoa, and blueberries.

Consumption of extra virgin olive oil for prevention

The European Food Safety Authority and the Food and Drugs Administration recommend consuming two tablespoons of raw oil per day, as it helps prevent cardiovascular diseases, inflammation, and also fights oxidative stress due to free radicals.

The polyphenols in extra virgin olive oil are also considered protective against diseases such as cancer and neurodegenerative diseases.

Furthermore, they have a preventive action on breast tumors, stomach, colon, and prostate neoplasms, as well as on the skin, colon, and breast.

Therefore, its consumption is recommended, as this food is able to enhance brain neurogenesis, protecting it from neurodegeneration due to aging, and also acting against aging itself.

Apulian oil

We care deeply about our land in Puglia, Italy, and with it the production of a better extra virgin olive oil, the primary product of our Salento company, Oro del Salento.

“Paiano” is a delicate Extra Virgin Olive Oil obtained from olives cultivated and harvested in the heart of Salento, Italy. Defined as a quality Apulian extra virgin olive oil, it characterizes the Mediterranean agri-food tradition, with selected olives harvested at the right stage of ripeness, giving it clear characteristics and a yellow color with green reflections.

With a light and delicate flavor, the Extra Virgin Olive Oil Paiano is distinguished by its genuineness and is suitable for daily use by the whole family.

Apulian oil online: where to buy it.

“Paiano” is a delicate Extra Virgin Olive Oil obtained from olives cultivated and harvested in the heart of Salento, Italy. Defined as a quality Apulian extra virgin olive oil, it characterizes the Mediterranean agri-food tradition, with selected olives harvested at the right stage of ripeness, giving it clear characteristics and a yellow color with green reflections.

Extra virgin olive oil price

The price range for bottles of extra virgin olive oil is really wide: from 2 euros per liter for those in tins to 9-10 euros for the more prized bottles.

Oro del Salento offers extra virgin olive oil from olives cultivated and harvested in the heart of Salento, Italy, with prices varying according to taste.

Extra virgin oil with a delicate taste

With a light and delicate flavor, the Extra Virgin Olive Oil Paiano is distinguished by its genuineness and is suitable for daily use by the whole family, available in various formats listed above.

Extra virgin oil with a strong taste

The extra virgin olive oil Tenuta Paiano “Casciani“, with an intense taste, is obtained from a blend of three types of olives: ogliarola, leccino, and cellino. You can buy it here online.

Extra virgin olive oil nutritional values

Nutritional information per 100 gr.
Energy (KJ / kcal) 824 / 3389
Fats (gr) 91.60
– of which Saturated fatty acids (gr) 13.80
– of which Monounsaturated fatty acids (gr) 68.5
– of which Polyunsaturated fatty acids (gr) <9.3
Carbohydrates (gr) 0.0
– of which Sugars (gr) 0.0
Dietary Fiber (gr) 0.0
Proteins (gr) 8.73
Salt (gr) 0.0