"You are what you eat," they say, and this also holds true for the extra virgin olive oil you put on your table. While many of us might think that all bottles labeled as "extra virgin olive oil" are the same, the reality is quite different. Discovering that some of these bottles contain oils from various parts of the world is a behind-the-scenes look that might surprise many consumers. The question arises: why should you opt for Italian extra virgin olive oil?
Origin makes the difference
Italian extra virgin olive oil is renowned worldwide for its superior quality and unique flavor. Fertile land, a Mediterranean climate, and centuries of tradition in olive cultivation have contributed to creating a product of excellence. When choosing Italian extra virgin olive oil, you can be sure that you are opting for a quality product, produced in a controlled and sustainable environment.
"Il Cavallino": synonymous with excellence
The organic extra virgin olive oil "Il Cavallino" is produced exclusively from olives cultivated according to the principles of organic farming, which excludes the use of pesticides, herbicides, and synthetic fertilizers and aims to increase the organic fertility of the soil. The Il Cavallino farm is located in an area suited to olive cultivation, and the passion and experience gained by our family in caring for the olive groves have allowed for a rapid consolidation of organic cultivation.
Not everyone knows that Extra Virgin Olive Oil is the only fundamental food obtained directly from the fruit. The pressing is done with a mechanical process that must not alter the temperature of the mixture during milling (Cold Pressing). The production process is articulated in: harvesting, washing, milling, decanting, centrifugation, and filtration.
It promotes antioxidant action on Free Radicals, acts as a natural anti-hypertensive, lowers the level of "bad" LDL cholesterol, reduces the formation of atherosclerotic plaques, promotes liver metabolism, reduces blood sugar levels, is a source of essential vitamins A, D, E, and promotes the absorption of others, helping to prevent Cardiovascular diseases.
