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Grand Cru by Fonte di Foiano

£31.90

Gran Cru extra virgin olive oil is our finest product. An intense extra virgin olive oil, obtained from the Picholine variety, it is golden yellow with greenish hues and clear upon filtering.

Capacity

0.5L

Year

2025

Origin
Polyphenol content

toscana

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SKU TOLFDFGC500 Categories All-Purpose oils, Fish, White Meat & Raw Vegetables, Monovarietal Tag Oily or briny fish & seafood soups Brand Fonte di Foiano

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Nick's experience

“When you taste this grand cru, it comes across as full and balanced, with clear notes of lettuce and thistle, plus subtle hints of black pepper, cinnamon, and almond. The bitterness is firm, and the spiciness is noticeable without being overwhelming.
It works well with straightforward, flavourful dishes: octopus appetizers, Chianina beef carpaccio with porcini, spinach salads, grilled radicchio, bean soups, pasta with ragù, blue fish au gratin, stewed meats, and aged hard cheeses.
It’s great as a raw finishing oil on both hot and cold dishes with a solid texture, and it also holds up well for medium-long cooking at high temperatures.”

Nick

Pairings

SKU TOLFDFGC500 Categories All-Purpose oils, Fish, White Meat & Raw Vegetables, Monovarietal Tag Oily or briny fish & seafood soups Brand Fonte di Foiano

Detailed pairings

“Beef Tenderloin – Enhances the juiciness of the meat with its complex, spicy profile.
Braised Wild Boar – Pairs perfectly with the gamey notes, lending depth and harmony.
Honey-Lacquered Duck Breast – The contrast between the sweetness and the intensity of the oil creates a perfect pairing.
Grilled Amberjack and Tuna – Its bold character perfectly complements the intense flavor of grilled fish.
Roman-Style Artichokes – Pairs perfectly with the herbaceous and aromatic notes.
Salads with Fresh Porcini Mushrooms – Adds complexity and roundness without overpowering the natural flavors.
Creamed Chickpeas and Truffle – A drizzle of raw olive oil for a sumptuous and enveloping pairing.
Aged Tuscan Pecorino – The perfect blend of savory and intense.
Bruschetta with Colonnata Lard – The savory flavor of the lard blends with the structure of the Grand Cru for an explosion of flavor.”