Olive is among the oldest known cultivated trees in the world – its history runs parallel to that of human civilization. We find it where history is still mixed with legend. In Greek mythology Pallas Athena, the daughter of Zeus, donated an olive tree to the city of Athens. In the Bible, a branch of olive signals the end of the Great Flood. Olive trees were first grown in Palestine and Crete. Source ..read more

In spring the irises (Iris Pallida) bloom. It is a typical flower of Tuscany that does not require chemical treatments so it is perfect for organic agriculture. Iris bulbs give a substance that is used for the production of perfumes. La Sabatinaccia has been growing Iris Pallida for several years because, in addition to providing the product, the flowering plant embellishes the landscape. Source ..read more

Why does La Sabatinaccia produce an extra virgin olive oil with a double certification, Organic and Toscano IgP ?The most important reason is that we want to give our customers the maximum guarantee regarding the natural process of olive cultivation and oil extraction (Organic) and the typicality of the product (Toscano IgP).One may wonder if it is possible to produce an oil with the same... Source ..read more

In recent years, there has been a growing interest in the benefits of extra virgin olive oil, a fundamental component of the so-called “Mediterranean diet.” Olive oil is more than 90% fat, and yet it does not bring about the well-known health risks associated with other foods rich in fat, like eggs and cheese. To the contrary, olive oil has a beneficial effect on health. Generally speaking... Source ..read more