An extraordinary setting on Sicilian soil

It is in Fontanasalsa , on the outskirts of Trapani, that Alberto Galluffo has chosen to tend his olive trees. Admittedly, the location is quite judicious. Just look up to the north and you'll see the famous town of Erice, an ancient fortress perched on the hills above Trapani. On the shore, the oldest salt marshes in Europe fascinate tourists. In a magical atmosphere, they gather at nightfall to watch the sunset, as the light caresses the basins of fine salt, revealing pastel shades of pink and orange on their surface. And let's not forget the perfect balance between the sun, ever-present in Sicily, and the wind from North Africa, known as the Siroco, which brings freshness and air to the fruit trees.

Everything is in place for the olive trees to thrive in the best possible conditions.

The artist and his masterpiece

But these natural predispositions aren't enough to produce good oil. For the magic to happen, you also need the talent of a man capable of harnessing what Mother Nature provides. When we talk about olive oil, it's the senses that must be stimulated: aroma, texture, taste, color… and in this respect, Alberto has truly mastered the art! To make an exceptional olive oil, however, you need to add a touch of madness, the unexpected, that will transform the work into a masterpiece. Alberto's genius lay in imagining an early olive harvest, at the beginning of September, or even the end of August, when it usually takes place between October and November. In truth, it's an age-old method that was already used by the first producers in the region, but the custom gradually disappeared due to its complexity and low yield, thus hindering its commercialization and limiting growers to personal consumption. But it is this bold, and risky, choice that gives his creation, Settembrino olive oil, its unique character. Indeed, due to their premature ripeness, the olives' flavor is much more pronounced; therefore, mastering the art of blending each cultivar is essential to achieving perfect balance in the final product. In Alberto's olive groves, Cerasuola, Biancolilla, and Nocellara del Belice are the dominant varieties, all native to the region. The result is surprising, the effect on the palate striking. Not to mention its unique, opaque, glassy color, which is what makes this product so distinctive.

A production and limited series MORI's

Like any exceptional product, it is rare and delicate. The limited harvest time constrains the yield and complicates the balancing of each cultivar. Thus, each year, Alberto ensures the production of only 250 bottles destined for the European market, for which MORI's holds exclusive commercial rights. Whether at our restaurant or in our online shop, we invite you to enjoy this unique product, which will enhance your dishes or be enjoyed on its own at home, perhaps on a piece of toast.

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