Who we are

D&C olive oil was born thanks to the collaboration of Umberto and Irene, two guys who have always paid attention to the quality and origin of food products, who decided to produce oil of absolute excellence to bring to consumers' tables. Our olive groves are located in Terlizzi (Ba) and surrounding areas, in the splendid Puglia region, on a hill on the first Murgian step immersed in an uncontaminated environment and surrounded by the Mediterranean climate. Passion is the driving force of D&C olive oil which has made territoriality its true essence, combining tradition and innovation. From pruning to harvesting, from grinding to consumption, the cultivation of our olive trees has always been surrounded by great dedication. Every drop of oil is precious and contains within itself a whole world of inimitable flavours. The variety of our olive groves is Coratina, one of the most interesting varieties in the panorama of Apulian olives and gives life to an extra virgin oil of exceptional quality with a fruity, spicy and bitter scent. These are qualities that determine its excellence on a gustatory, organoleptic and healthy level.

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  • The "Coratina" olive trees

    The extra virgin olive oil produced by D&C is a high quality oil as it is Monocultivar oils from Coratina olive trees.

    These are characterized by thick foliage but with short branches, the leaves are elliptical and dark green in colour. Its main quality is its adaptability to different soils and different climatic conditions, thanks to the ease with which it develops its root system; characteristics that have made it one of the most cultivated and widespread throughout southern Italy.

  • The organoleptic properties of Coratina olive oil

    Coratina oil is yellow-green in color with golden reflections, with a bitter and spicy flavor given by the very high concentration of polyphenols, excellent antioxidants for the well-being of the body. Among these, it is very rich in oleuropein , the polyphenol that causes the oil to have a bitter aftertaste.

    The quantity of polyphenols is an asset for the oil itself as it promotes its conservation and protects it from peroxides, chemical compounds that accelerate the oxidation and aging process. Coratina oil also boasts the highest level of oleic acid which counteracts bad cholesterol.

  • Olive oil in cooking

    Extra virgin olive oil is a nutraceutical ingredient, that is, natural and healthy, which nourishes and nourishes physical well-being.

    There are so many recipes in which to use this precious ingredient. For ragù, for meat, fish, vegetables: all dishes acquire a particular flavor thanks to extra virgin olive oil.

  • Olive tree pruning

    At D&C Olio D'oliva the trees are dormant and pruning operations have begun.

    This is an activity that requires a lot of attention from farmers because it allows you to have a productive and long-lasting olive tree. For this reason we rely on a team of experts who know olive trees well and know how to carry out targeted and specific treatments to guarantee the perfect health of the trees.

    The following link contains 4 useful tips for correct pruning.

    4 useful tips for pruning an olive tree