Pages

THE PICHOLINE



The olive :


The Picholine is the symbol of the majestic powers of the region of Provence. With the first frosts, the olives wrinkle and become reddish black, sign of full maturity.The olive oil is produced out of the black ones. Collected at the end of november until the end of january, the olives are handpicked or gathered with a net.




The gilded green of the South of France :


Shaped like an almond, the Picholine is a green fruit of medium size and smooth appearance. The olive has a firm textured meat with a slight salty and nutty flavor. Its perfume express a delicate vegetal tone with a slight cacao aroma.



The flavor and the aroma:


The taste is well balanced, consistent, and spicy .Its aromatic persistance, its robust and intense character are the typicity of the Picholine variety.

The final is pleasant and slightly prickly with notes of dry fruits and hazelnuts. At the end of the mouth, it leaves an anisated taste.




The “ Terre de Provence “ blend.


This Picholine blend will revolutionize the poultry, the meat dish, stews and family barbecues.

Drizzle on the grilled fish, fresh pasta and a piece of fresh goat cheese, it is the best of “Terre de Provence” awakening in your plate.