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Imperia

Olive Mill Visit & Guided Tasting in Taggia

Olive Mill Visit & Guided Tasting in Taggia

€23,00
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Discover the secrets of the Taggiasca olive on this guided tasting. Visit the ancient mill, learn about the oil production process, taste this unique olive, 2 extra virgin olive oils and olive patè.

  • Free cancellation, 24 hrs before
  • Duration: 1.0 hour
  • Viale della Rimembranza 34 - Taggia
  • Small groups up to 15 participants
  • Italian,English
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What travellers says ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

  • Claudia - Spain

    Exploring the ancient olive mill was a unique blend of history and flavor

  • James - United States

    This immersive tour was an eye-opening experience, showing the intricate process behind the creation of premium olive oils

  • Francesco - Italy

    The olive oil tasting was a revelation

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Highlights

  • Discover the secrets of the Taggiasca olive, celebrated for its exceptional flavor
  • Learn about the entire production process and its historical evolution
  • Taste both DOP and non-DOP EVO oils and learn how to assess their tasting notes
  • Sample exquisite Taggiasca olives and indulge in a flavorful olive pâté
  • Participate in a guided shopping session and purchase your favorite olive oils

Includes

  • Guided tour of an ancient olive mill
  • Tasting session of DOP and non-DOP extra virgin olive oils
  • Sample of Taggiasca olives and olive pâté
  • Guided shopping session

Excludes

• Transportation to and from the location
• Additional food or wine purchases beyond the included tasting

Meeting point

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  • Viale della Rimembranza 34 - Taggia

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Full description

Step into the enchanting world of an ancient olive mill from the late 1800s, where history and modernity blend seamlessly. This immersive tour will take you on a journey centered around the renowned Taggiasca olive, celebrated for its exceptional flavor and quality. Here, traditional wisdom meets cutting-edge processing techniques, resulting in extra virgin olive oils with unparalleled organoleptic superiority.


During your visit, you will embark on a comprehensive exploration of the olive mill, where you will uncover the fascinating story behind its traditions and craftsmanship. Learn about the production process, from harvesting to bottling, and discover the differences between ancient and modern methods. This expert-led tour will give you a deeper understanding of how these traditional techniques enhance the oil's quality.


As part of your experience, enjoy a guided tasting session featuring both DOP (Protected Designation of Origin) and non-DOP extra virgin olive oils. Under the guidance of an expert, learn the scientific aspects of olive oil tasting and discover how to properly assess its flavors and aromas. Sample some exquisite Taggiasca olives and indulge in flavorful olive pâté, enhancing your appreciation for these ingredients.

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You will find this mill in Taggia, a village close to the city of Imperia, famous for the best olive in the world. The place is 15 minutes away when driving from Imperia.

By Bus

  1. Start at the nearest bus station in Imperia.
  2. Take bus line X (or check the specific bus line that connects Imperia to Taggia).
  3. Get off at the stop closest to Viale della Rimembranza (you may need to check local schedules for exact stops).
  4. Walk to Viale della Rimembranza 34.

By Train

  1. Go to Imperia train station.
  2. Purchase a ticket for the train to Taggia.
  3. Board the train heading in the direction of Taggia.
  4. Get off at Taggia station.
  5. From the station, walk or take a local bus/taxi to Viale della Rimembranza 34.

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