The olive, an emblematic product of the Mediterranean, which can be enjoyed whole as an aperitif or even in the form of oil to accompany various dishes... In Destination Pays d'Uzès and Pont du Gard it is a local product renowned for its unique flavor and its transformation into tasty and high quality olive oil.
In the south of France, olive cultivation is rooted in local history and culture, making the region a must-see for fans of olives and olive oil.
Picholine
Intense green, crunchy as can be, with an unrivaled taste, in Destination Pays d'Uzès Pont du Gard it is picholine that we cultivate.
He's the star of AOP Olive and Olive Oil from Nîmes. This small green olive, originating from Gard and more particularly from Collias, is a very old variety of olive, cultivated for centuries for its unique flavor and crunch.
Its name comes from a preparation method called “picholine” developed by the Picholini brothers (or Piccolini) in the 18th century, to preserve and consume green olives without waiting for them to be ripe.
Picholine is often used for the preparation of tapenade, marinated olives, whole and plain as an aperitif or in the form of oil to accompany various dishes.
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