Forte & Eccelso | Founder’s Cuvée | Vibrant Premium Blend

THE SENSORY PROFILE

More than an oil, it is a force of nature. The Founder’s Cuvée is a magnetic blend that plays on contrasts: the green power of wild chicory and black pepper blends astonishingly with the gentle sweetness of pine nuts and wildflowers. On the palate, it delivers a three-dimensional experience: it enters soft, expands with notes of almond and artichoke, then explodes into a long, vibrant spicy finish (5.3/10). This is an oil that leaves its mark, capable of turning a tasting into an unforgettable memory.

THE SOMMELIER’S OPINION
This is the oil that bears my signature, because it represents the perfect synthesis of my philosophy.

The Unique Trait:
It is the most “vibrant” oil in the collection. With pungency at 5.3 clearly surpassing bitterness (4.7), it is playful, never static, keeping the palate constantly alert.

The Numbers:
418 mg/kg of polyphenols guarantee structure, while peroxide values of 5.6 and an acidity of 0.28% certify that this “power” comes from healthy olives, not from processing defects.

Why “Forte & Eccelso”:
Strong in character, exalted in elegance. This is not an oil for those who settle — it is for those who seek emotion.

RECOMMENDED PAIRINGS

An oil of such personality calls for dishes that can “stand up to it” — or that need a bold awakening:

🥩 Florentine Steak: The richness of succulent beef calls out for the tannic grip and peppery drive of this oil.
🥣 Legume Soups: Beans or chickpeas, naturally sweet, are literally “ignited” by this blend.
🧀 Aged Cheeses: Pecorino Romano or 36-month Parmigiano find their ideal partner in Forte & Eccelso.
🍫 Dark Chocolate: For the bold. A single drop on a cube of 70% dark chocolate makes for a connoisseur’s aperitif.

Technical Sheet

Feature | Details
Type | Founder’s Cuvée (Special Selection Blend)
Profile | Medium Fruity, Vibrant and Spicy
Main Aromas | Black pepper, chicory, pine nuts, wildflowers, almond
Total Polyphenols | 418 mg/kg (High vital charge)
Free Acidity | 0.28% (Excellent)
Peroxides | 5.6 meq O₂/kg (Guaranteed freshness)
Pungency | 5.3/10 (The vibrant peak of the selection)
Harvest | 2025 vintage
Packaging | 250 ml black glass bottle (precious format) with non-refillable cap