But what makes novello (new) olive oil so special? And how does it differ from oil produced in subsequent months? Let's find out together.

🌿 What is Novello Extra Virgin Olive Oil?

Novello oil is the first oil of the season, obtained from olives harvested in the very first days of the olive oil campaign. It is bottled almost immediately after milling, without long decantation periods.

For this reason, it has very distinct sensory characteristics:

• Intense green and cloudy color (because it is often unfiltered);
• Herbaceous aroma;
• Strong, pungent, and fruity taste.

It is a more intense oil, which expresses the qualities of freshly milled olives to the fullest.

And “more mature” Extra Virgin Olive Oil?

It's not a matter of good or bad, but of different production times. A more mature oil is one that has had time to decant naturally or through filtration, and has been properly stored for several months. During this time, the oil refines:

• The color becomes clearer and more golden;
• The bitter and pungent sensation lessens.

It's perfect for those seeking a more delicate oil, ideal for accompanying everyday dishes, light cooking, or preparations that require a less dominant taste.

⚖️ Novello or mature? The main differences

🫒 Our San Biase Novello Oil

Every year, with pride, we produce a limited quantity of Novello Oil from the first harvested olives. We do this cold, with immediate extraction, to preserve all the richness of the fresh fruit.

Our San Biase Novello EVOO is:

• 100% Italian, from local cultivars;
• Unfiltered, to preserve its original character;
• Perfect for enjoying on a warm bruschetta, rustic soups, or seasonal vegetables.

It is an oil that is felt: it enhances every dish with the flavors and aromas of a freshly produced oil.

👨🍳 When to use one or the other?

It depends on what you want to highlight in the kitchen.

• If you're looking for a strong burst of aroma, for a bruschetta, a pumpkin cream soup, or grilled meat, novello is ideal: then choose the Intense Fruity Oil;
  
  
• If instead you want a softer and more discreet oil, suitable for delicate cooking, fish dishes or salads, a more mature extra virgin will be perfect: in this case, choose the Light Fruity Oil.

The secret is to have both in the pantry and use them intelligently, just as you would with spices or wine.

With our San Biase Extra Virgin Olive Oil, you bring the true essence of the olive to your table, carefully processed, to always offer you a lively, authentic, and genuine condiment.