Bergi Bio Agriturismo
EVO Oil Tasting
The farm's organic olive grove offers a unique sensory experience
Extra virgin olive oil, often referred to as green gold or liquid gold, is much more than just a food: it is a symbol of Mediterranean culture and authentic Sicily. This Bergi experience will guide you on a journey of discovery through the millennial history of the olive tree, cultivated with passion and respect for nature, and its essential role in local agriculture.
It is a guided journey of discovery, learning to recognise the organoleptic and health properties of different oils so you can choose them based on their qualities.
The experience culminates in an unforgettable tasting. Discover the art of olive oil production as our experts share with you the secrets of quality processing. Savour the freshly extracted olive oil and let its aromas and flavours take you on a journey through our territory and its traditions.
The Bergi EVO oil tasting experience includes:
- Presentation of the Bergi farm and its products
- Guided walk through the Bergi olive grove and visit to the farm
- Olive cultivation in the Mediterranean, recognising the different types of olives
- Explanation of the benefits of extra virgin olive oil
- How high-quality olive oil is produced: traditional methods and modern procedures
- All the secrets on how to read the label correctly
- Learning how to pair olive oil with food
- EVO oil tasting and professional sensory analysis. Learning to distinguish a quality oil and be able to express an opinion on the presence and intensity of its qualities and any defects
- Concluding aperitif with a glass of local wine and bruschetta with organic EVO oil
