N°6 Grand Cru Musignano | Monocultivar Frantoio | Medium-Fruity, Harmonious

THE SENSORY PROFILE

No. 6 is the very definition of elegance. On the nose, it offers the crispness of fresh almond intertwined with balsamic notes of wild thyme and walnut. On the palate, it is a “clean” oil: it enters green and vibrant, evoking a fresh garden (lettuce, artichoke), and closes with a spicy trail of black pepper that gently tingles the palate without ever overpowering it. This is an oil that never tires, perfect for those who seek true refinement in seasoning.

THE SOMMELIER’S OPINION
Here is the technical masterpiece of the selection. Pay attention to the numbers: this Frantoio monovarietal boasts 468 mg/kg of polyphenols (the highest value among all the Grand Crus!), yet it maintains perfect sensory balance (Fruitiness 4.8, Bitterness 4.6, Pungency 4.8).

What it means:
Usually, a high polyphenol content translates into a very bitter oil. Here instead, thanks to masterful processing (confirmed by extremely low peroxide values of 4.6 and an acidity of 0.20%), you get all the antioxidant power without any unpleasant notes.

Who it’s for:
It is a “medical-grade” oil that even children enjoy. Pure health wrapped in a velvet glove.

RECOMMENDED PAIRINGS

Its important yet refined structure makes it ideal for dishes that need to be “finished” with class:

🥩 Raw Red Meats: Beef carpaccio and tartare, where the oil must add flavor without masking the meat.
🥣 Hearty Soups: Tuscan ribollita or mixed-legume veloutés.
🥗 Rich Salads: Try it on a salad with walnuts, pears, and cheese — the almond echo will be perfect.
🍄 Mushrooms: Outstanding on grilled or raw porcini mushrooms.

Technical Sheet

Feature | Details
Cultivar | 100% Frantoio (Single-varietal)
Profile | Medium Fruity, Harmonious and Elegant
Main Aromas | Almond, wild thyme, walnut, black pepper, artichoke
Total Polyphenols | 468 mg/kg (Highest in the selection – nutraceutical excellence)
Free Acidity | 0.20% (Very low – superior quality)
Peroxides | 4.6 meq O₂/kg (Absolute freshness, virtually no oxidation)
Harvest | 2025 vintage
Packaging | 250 ml black glass bottle (total light protection) with non-refillable cap