{"id":3537,"date":"2026-03-09T09:52:53","date_gmt":"2026-03-09T09:52:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.stipetto.com\/?post_type=product&#038;p=3537"},"modified":"2026-05-20T09:45:25","modified_gmt":"2026-05-20T09:45:25","slug":"organic-sicilian-extra-virgin-olive-oil-biancolilla","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.stipetto.com\/en\/olio-extravergine-biologico-siciliano-biancolilla\/","title":{"rendered":"Biancolilla Organic Sicilian Extra Virgin Olive Oil \u2013 Batissa"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Origin and tradition<\/h2>\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The Sicilian organic single-variety extra virgin olive oil <strong>Biancolilla Batissa<\/strong> is made from olives grown in Sicily, a region where olive cultivation has been part of the agricultural tradition for centuries. The Mediterranean climate, characterised by hot summers and mineral-rich soil, provides ideal conditions for producing high-quality olives.<\/p>\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The <strong>Biancolilla<\/strong> cultivar is one of the oldest and most widespread varieties on the island. It is prized for its ability to produce oils with an elegant and delicate aromatic profile, featuring subtle vegetal notes and a pleasant harmony of flavours. The olives are carefully harvested and processed using <strong>cold pressing<\/strong>, a process that best preserves the oil\u2019s aroma, fragrance and nutritional properties.<\/p>\n<h2>Features of Biancolilla oil<\/h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th align=\"left\">Feature<\/th>\n<th align=\"left\">Detail<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Type of oil<\/td>\n<td>Organic extra virgin olive oil<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Olive variety<\/td>\n<td>Biancolilla<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Origin<\/td>\n<td>Sicily<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Extraction method<\/td>\n<td>Cold pressing<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aromatic profile<\/td>\n<td>Light and delicate fruitiness<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Usage<\/td>\n<td>Ideal for fish and vegetable dishes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2>Aromatic profile<\/h2>\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Biancolilla extra virgin olive oil<\/strong> is renowned for its delicate and balanced flavour profile. On the nose, it offers fresh, fruity aromas reminiscent of freshly picked olives, with subtle vegetal notes and hints of grass and almond.<\/p>\n<p>Biancolilla is often used both to produce single-variety extra virgin olive oil and in blends, to harmonise the flavour of other varieties of oil.<\/p>\n<p>On the palate, it has a harmonious structure, striking a balance between sweetness, a slight bitter note and a delicate spicy finish. This balance makes it a particularly versatile oil in the kitchen.<\/p>\n<h2>How to use Biancolilla oil in cooking<\/h2>\n<p>Thanks to its delicate and refined flavour, the Biancolilla Batissa single-variety extra virgin olive oil is ideal for enhancing simple dishes without overpowering their flavours.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s perfect for:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>bruschetta and toast<\/li>\n<li>fresh salads and seasonal vegetables<\/li>\n<li>seafood dishes<\/li>\n<li>Mediterranean recipes<\/li>\n<li>raw seasonings<\/li>\n<li>suitable for pastry making as it is an effective substitute for butter or vegetable oil<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>When used uncooked, it allows you to fully appreciate its flavour profile and the aroma of the olives from which it is made.<\/p>\n<h2>Properties of extra virgin olive oil<\/h2>\n<p>Extra virgin olive oil is one of the cornerstones of the Mediterranean diet. It is prized not only for its taste but also for its nutritional properties.<\/p>\n<p>It is naturally rich in:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>monounsaturated fats<\/li>\n<li>antioxidant polyphenols<\/li>\n<li>vitamin E<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These characteristics help to make extra virgin olive oil a valuable ingredient in a balanced diet.<\/p>\n<h2>How to store extra virgin olive oil<\/h2>\n<p>To preserve the aroma and quality of extra virgin olive oil, it is advisable to store it in a cool, dry place, away from light and heat. Dark bottles or containers that protect the oil from light help to keep its properties intact over time.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<h2>The authentic flavours of the Biancolilla olive<\/h2>\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The Sicilian organic extra virgin olive oil <strong>Biancolilla Batissa<\/strong> is made from olives grown in Sicily using organic methods and cold-pressed to preserve all their natural properties. With its fruity aroma and delicate flavour, this oil is one of the most elegant expressions of the Sicilian olive oil tradition.<\/p>\n<p>Perfect for using raw, it brings out the flavour of simple Mediterranean dishes such as salads, bruschetta, grilled vegetables and fish dishes.<\/p>","protected":false},"featured_media":4869,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_gspb_post_css":""},"product_brand":[161],"product_cat":[35],"product_tag":[],"class_list":["post-3537","product","type-product","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","product_brand-stipetto","product_cat-olio-extravergine-di-oliva-biologico-siciliano","first","instock","taxable","shipping-taxable","purchasable","product-type-variable"],"ct_brands":[{"id":161,"name":"Stipetto","slug":"stipetto"}],"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.stipetto.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/3537","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.stipetto.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.stipetto.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.stipetto.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3537"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.stipetto.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/4869"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.stipetto.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3537"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.stipetto.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=3537"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.stipetto.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=3537"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.stipetto.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=3537"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}