N°5 Grand Cru Capo Terzo | Monocultivar Caninese | Medium Fruity Aromatic

TASTING PROFILE: The Grand Cru Capo Terzo is the Caninese you wouldn't expect, abandoning harsher notes to embrace a floral elegance. On the nose, it's a burst of spring: wildflowers and sweet almonds pave the way for a clean, fresh aroma of thyme and aromatic herbs. On the palate, the entry is soft (lettuce), but it's on the finish that its character is revealed: a lively spiciness of green pepper that rises decisively (intensity 5/10), "awakening" the palate without ever being bitter or unpleasant.

THE SOMMOLIER'S OPINION: Of the three Caninesi in the selection, this is the "musical" one. It doesn't cover the food, but rather complements it.

• The Difference: If N°1 pushes towards green and N°3 towards earthy, N°5 plays on balsamic notes (thyme).
• The Data: With 343 mg/kg of polyphenols , it offers a distinct spiciness that testifies to the oil's vitality. The acidity of 0.32% and peroxide value of 8.4 indicate a genuine oil, a faithful reflection of the terroir.
• The Score: A Fruity ( 5.5 ) that slightly surpasses the Bitter ( 4.5 ), making it perfect for those who don't like oils that are too "stringent" but still seek a healthy tingle.

RECOMMENDED PAIRINGS Thanks to its aromatic soul (thyme/flowers), it is the perfect oil for light Mediterranean cuisine:

• 🐇 White Meats: Sublime on rabbit cacciatore or chicken with herbs.
• 🐟 Fish in Parchment Paper: The scent of thyme enhances oven-baked sea bream and sea bass.
• 🍅 Summer Vegetables: Perfect on stuffed tomatoes or rice salads.
• 🧀 Caprese: The almond/green pepper mix goes perfectly with mozzarella and tomato.

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