Typical extra virgin olive oil has about 100mg/kg of polyphenols and antioxidants - the stuff that protects against cancers, cardiovascular diseases, skin aging, and neurodegenerative diseases. Because our collective of family farmers uses regenerative farming and presses our olives early in the season when they have a higher concentration of nutrients, Libellula is 3-6 times higher in polyphenols and antioxidants.
The Riserva, our earliest harvest and limited press, has a polyphenol count between 500 and 600 mg/kg. Flavor Notes: bright, herbaceous, spicy, with undertones of walnut.
Once you've tasted Libellula, you don't want to cook with or eat any other oil anymore.
FRANZISKA S.
We love Libellula olive oil. It's among the best we have ever had and we use a lot of olive oil!
The idea of helping maintain these olive trees is
very satisfying.
LOU P.
After trying Libellula next to the organic Californian olive oil I have always used, I was stunned.
I will never buy sub-par olive oil again!
LIZA S.
I will never forget the first time I tasted this olive oil at a friend's place.
So fresh, fragrant
and floral! Love it.
SEBASTIAAN T.
Feels like cooking in Italy — it has an incredible and unique flavor which elevates all my dishes.
Anyone who wants to take their cooking to the next level should be first in line for Libellula, you won’t regret it!
KATIE H.
Aromatic, peppery, exotic!
I am hooked on this delicious bold flavor and it is a MUST when cooking for the family.
LESLIE S.
Libellula's adopt a tree program allowed me to feel connected to Italy all the way from the United States, and for this I am ever grateful.
PETER B.
I have been a fan of Libellula since its inception and I'm even more impressed with not only the product -- which is exceptional -- but the attention to detail that goes into everything around it, not to mention the solar-powered well and additional initiatives to support sustainable agriculture in the region at a time when this kind of approach is sorely needed.
SARA F.
The oils are fantastic, the shipping presentation and protection are excellent, and I enjoy getting the recipes - send more!
MARY S.
This is the best tasting stuff around and I use a lot of it.
So I recommend the largest option!
MILES S.
Exceptional!
This olive oil is so smooth and fresh. Pairs perfectly with freshly baked bread. I love it!
NICOLE F.
This is truly the gold of Rome and run by a knowledgeable duo who care deeply about preserving a timeless tradition.
