Tuscan Olive Oil. When a Tasting Becomes an Indelible Memory

Tasting olive oil directly among the olive trees that produced it — not in a shop, not on a shelf, but in a family orchard in Cortona, with the evening light filtering through the branches and someone beside you who has known that tree forever. In that moment, travel stops being a series of places to see and becomes something you feel, smell, savor.

Understanding Olive Oil to Truly Understand Tuscany

Extra virgin olive oil is one of the most emblematic products of Tuscan rural culture. Behind every bottle lies an ancient story — cultivation methods passed down through generations, a profound bond between the land and those who work it, knowledge that no label can truly convey. Learning to recognize quality oil by color, aroma, and taste, while walking among centuries-old olive trees in the countryside of Cortona, is an experience completely different from any formal tasting.

The olive oil tour and tasting available on Add Extra Services takes place in an authentic family atmosphere in Ossaia di Cortona, in the Val di Chiana. A guided walk through the olive grove, followed by a tasting of a selection of extra virgin oils paired with fresh bread, bruschetta, cheeses, and seasonal specialties. Expert guides will lead you through the nuances of each oil — and what you take home is not just a memory, but an entirely new way of appreciating one of the most important ingredients in Italian cuisine.

"The atmosphere was very relaxed and welcoming, perfect for children too." — Tessa Breimer ★★★★★

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A Flavor That Tells the Story of a Territory

Tuscany is remembered in many ways. But few memories are more vivid than that of a sunset among the olive trees, with warm bread in hand and the taste of quality extra virgin oil lingering on your palate. This is the Cortona olive oil tasting that is truly worth seeking out — not touristy, not anonymous. Genuine, slow, profoundly human. The authentic Tuscany you truly take with you.