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Olio Carli Extra Virgin Olive Oil (1 liter) by igourmet.com Reviews

Customer Rating:
Summary: A Very Good Oil
Comment: Edited my review, tried to upgrade to 4 stars, would not let me. Received Fratelli's introductory case of 1/2 liter bottles of extra virgin olive oil today. Read many reviews of 5 stars, 4 stars for the rest. I use a lot of olive oil. Some reviewers say this oil is sweet as extremely good oil should be. To me, it initially has a smooth, buttery, fruity olive flavor. A second or two later, it was peppery near the back of the tongue, followed by a slight bitterness further back on the tongue. Would not describe it as sweet. It is my understanding that many Italians prefer this pepperyness and I am Italian, but I do not. Not sure if my sample is typical. I feel this is a very good oil,and a great bargain at the introductory price, but not worth full price to me. I will stick to my Goya Extra Virgin First cold Pressed olive oil.......yes, Spanish olive oil. No bitterness whatsoever, made from very ripe olives....my "Gold Standard" (Goya is very golden) I like my wine very full-bodied and fruity....hate wines that are very dry. guess my tastes in olive oil and wine are congruent.

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Customer Rating:
Summary: Great Oil; Reasonable Price
Comment: This oil is light and delicate yet flavorful. Not the most robust oil I've tried, but that's not always desirable anyway. I will be buying this oil again and I recommend it to anyone who cooks with olive oil often.

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