ISTRIA – THE WORLD’S MOST PRESTIGIOUS OLIVE OIL REGION
Istria, the heart-shaped microcosm and the largest peninsula in the Adriatic, is the closest Mediterranean dream for Central Europeans. The vast majority of Istria belongs to Croatia. Stretching along the 45th parallel, the region enjoys an idyllic geographical position with four distinct seasons: colorful springs, magnificent autumns, hot summers, and mild winters. Istria is the green oasis of this part of the Mediterranean.
A single glance is enough to capture the richness of this landscape – from the radiant white of the nearby mountains to the gentle waves of green meadows and fields, and the rolling hills covered with vineyards and olive groves.
For thousands of years, the olive tree has shaped Istria in the most remarkable way. The earliest written records from the times of the ancient Greeks and Romans already speak of it – the olive, or more precisely, olive oil.
TERRA ROSSA – THE RED SOIL OF ISTRIA
The exceptional quality of our olive oil is closely connected to the unique soil composition of Istria. The region consists of different limestone zones, including white, grey, and red limestone.
Particularly remarkable is the rare red soil, known as Terra Rossa – a red clay limestone distinguished by its vibrant color and earthy texture. This unique soil not only gives our organic olive oil its name but also contributes to its distinctive flavor and aromatic intensity.
In addition, the red soil has an excellent capacity to retain water, helping to protect our olive trees from drought during the hot summer months.