Olive oil, that precious Mediterranean nectar; is much more than a simple condiment in the kitchen. This "green gold" embodies a thousand-year-old heritage of culinary traditions and agricultural know-how. Among its various profiles, matured olives oil stand out for its rich, complex character, offering a unique taste experience.
But what do we exactly mean by "matured olives oil"? To understand this appellation, it's essential to dive into the production process of this olive oil profile.
The ripening process
To obtain matured olives oil, the olives are harvested green and fresh. A specific ripening process then takes place, in which the olive are left to ferment under controlled conditions before being crushed at the mill.
Characteristics of matured olives oil
Matured olives oil is distinguished by several characteristics that make it a culinary gem.
A rich aromatic palette
Thansk to the ripeness of the olives, this oils offers a complex aromatic palette, with more intense, persistent and woody aromas, such as black tapenade, cocoa or mushrooms.
A singular flavor
Matured olives oil is prized for its sweetness and absence of bitterness and fruity or herbaceous aromas. Its gourmet character and roundness on the palate make it stand out.
Exceptional French know-how
Matured olives oil is a French specialty. Also known as "Old-fashioned taste", this distinctive oil is reminiscent of the taste of oils pressed in the past.
With the advent of more modern techniques and more controlled processes, thi oil, part of the Baux-de-Provence PDO, is back in vogue.
How to use this oil in cooking?
Gourmet and round, this olive oil with its assertive character will express all its gustatory qualities when cookes with potatoes, pan-fried mushrooms, a good goat's cheese or as a dessert on apple pie.
The gourmet recipe
Traditional Pissaladière: a simple, effective recipe from the Mediterranean tradition. Perfect for lunches in the sun!
