Extra virgin olive oil Garda Dop

Lake Garda olive production occurs in the protected areas along the eastern coast line, specifically in and around the municipal areas of Affi, Bardolino, Brenzone, Bussolengo, Caprino Veronese, Castelnuovo del Garda, Cavaion Veronese, Costermano, Garda, Lazise, Malcesine, Pastrengo, Peschiera del Garda, Rivoli Veronese, San Zeno di Montagna, Sommacampagna, Sona, Torri del Benaco and Valeggio sul Mincio.

The Extra Virgin Olive Oil - Garda DOP is typified by the following characteristics of taste, appearance and perfume:

• Colour: from marked to intense golden green, due to the high chlorophyll content,

• Perfume: varying intensities of light fruitiness, with a sweet almond sensation.

Extra Virgin Olive Oil – Garda DOP is subject to periodic inspections by experts who carry out rigorous analysis of samples taken at producers olive farms. Garda DOP olive oil certification is issued by the CSQA, a departmental body set up by the Ministry of Agriculture.

This is indeed a prestigious oil, light and fruity, rich in chlorophyll, with very low acidity, sapid and is harmonious to the taste. It gives balance and style to salads, brings out the taste of fish and meats and lends a quality of excellence to fried dishes.


	Among the European food products deemed worthy of the distinctive DOP (Denomination Origin Protected) qualification, is Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) derived from the Lake Garda region. Lake Garda olive oil production has been in existence since antiquity – the olive oil has always been seen to be of the finest quality and been sought after for it's rich and distinctive taste. Thanks to Lake Garda's unique and varied microclimate, olive oil production here is considered to be at the most northerly point in the world for olive growing.
Lake Garda olive production occurs in the protected areas along the eastern coast line, specifically in and around the municipal areas of Affi, Bardolino, Brenzone, Bussolengo, Caprino Veronese, Castelnuovo del Garda, Cavaion Veronese, Costermano, Garda, Lazise, Malcesine, Pastrengo, Peschiera del Garda, Rivoli Veronese, San Zeno di Montagna, Sommacampagna, Sona, Torri del Benaco and Valeggio sul Mincio. The Extra Virgin Olive Oil - Garda DOP is typified by the following characteristics of taste, appearance and perfume: • Colour: from marked to intense golden green, due to the high chlorophyll content, • Perfume: varying intensities of light fruitiness, with a sweet almond sensation. Extra Virgin Olive Oil – Garda DOP is subject to periodic inspections by experts who carry out rigorous analysis of samples taken at producers olive farms. Garda DOP olive oil certification is issued by the CSQA, a departmental body set up by the Ministry of Agriculture. This is indeed a prestigious oil, light and fruity, rich in chlorophyll, with very low acidity, sapid and is harmonious to the taste. It gives balance and style to salads, brings out the taste of fish and meats and lends a quality of excellence to fried dishes.