Contadini Leccine Olives in Oil 230g

Among the most highly prized Italian olive varieties, Leccine olives from Puglia stand out for their delicate flavour and intense aroma. Our Leccine olives come from Puglia, in the heart of Salento, a region with a centuries-old tradition of olive cultivation.

The olives are harvested strictly by hand only when fully ripe, between October and November, to ensure the highest quality of the fruit. This is followed by a slow and natural processing method: we leave them in brine for around 6 months, the time needed for the bitterness to disappear naturally, without any artificial intervention.

After maturing, we preserve them in jars with water, whole salt and lemon juice. Nothing else.

A minimalist list of ingredients, free from artificial preservatives, to preserve and enhance the authentic flavour of genuine Leccine olives from Salento.

Small in size, with an aroma reminiscent of freshly pressed extra virgin olive oil, they are incredibly versatile in the kitchen:

ideal for pizzas and focaccia

perfect for Mediterranean salads

excellent to enjoy on their own as an aperitif

Ingredients: “Leccina” olives (67%), water, whole salt, lemon juice.