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Indigenous Sardinian cultivars

Nera di Oliena
Indigenous Cultivar

Nera di Oliena

Also called Niedda or Ulianedda in Sardinian

The Nera di Oliena is one of the rarest and most precious cultivars in Sardinia. Its name already tells its story: it was born here, at the foot of Monte Corrasi, in the territory of Oliena.

Harvest

Late (December-January), when the olive reaches full ripeness

Olives

Large (4.5-5g), spherical shape, black at full maturity

Yield

Limited but of the highest quality

Organoleptic Profile

  • Medium fruity, elegant and harmonious
  • Notes of green tomato, basil and fresh almond
  • Sweet and delicate taste with slightly bitter and spicy aftertaste
  • Soft character, perfect for delicate dishes

Pairings

Ideal with fish, shellfish, raw and cooked vegetables, carpaccios, Mediterranean salads.

Traditional Cultivar

Bosana

The queen cultivar of Sardinia

Bosana is the most widespread variety in Sardinia, originally from the Bosa area. It is a vigorous and resistant cultivar, perfectly adapted to the Mediterranean climate.

Harvest

Medium (November-December)

Olives

Medium (2-3g), elliptical shape, green-violet at maturity

Yield

Good (18-20%)

Organoleptic Profile

  • Intense and persistent fruity
  • Notes of artichoke, fresh grass and almond
  • Balanced bitter and spicy
  • Decisive but harmonious character

Pairings

Perfect with grilled meats, legumes, soups, bruschetta and traditional Sardinian dishes.

Bosana

DOP Sardinia

Our oils comply with the DOP Sardinia specification, which guarantees the origin and quality of oil produced exclusively with olives grown and milled on the island.