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The first olive oil press of the year is here, offering a wonderful chance to taste Abruzzo’s freshest, most vibrant flavours. And to celebrate, we’ve got an exclusive Life in Abruzzo discount just for our U.S. readers!
Marcelli Formaggi’s Olio Fresco comes from olives grown in the sunny fields near San Giovanni Venere in Fossacesia, Chieti Province. The Ursini family cares for their groves with real dedication and skill. Each year, their oils receive Gambero Rosso’s respected “Tre Foglie” (Three Leaves) award, showing the commitment and authentic flavor that make Abruzzo’s oils stand out.
This olio nuovo is pressed and bottled within 48 hours of harvest. It has a bright neon-green colour and offers flavours of green almond, artichoke, and cut grass. The peppery finish is a sign of its high polyphenol content.
Exclusive Life in Abruzzo Pre-Order Offer
Marcelli Formaggi is a member of our Abruzzo Connections directory, and they are offering all our US readers a very special discount on this oil if you pre-order it. Tina expects to begin shipping by November 8th so that it will arrive in plenty of time for the Thanksgiving holiday if you are thinking of gifting a bottle.
Enter the code LIFEINABRUZZO5 for single bottles to save $5 PER BOTTLE in the cart. Preorder here
Both codes expire on October 22, 2025.
How to Use It (and Love It) When it Arrives
Let Olio Fresco be the finishing touch, not the cooking oil:
- Drizzle over grilled or roasted vegetables for a bright, peppery lift.
- Spoon onto bronze-cut pasta with a bit of sea salt and shaved Pecorino.
- Swirl through creamy soups or beans just before serving.
- Pair with Ricotta Passita or Pecorino Brigantaccio for a perfect balance of salty and sweet.
- Or keep it simple: rip, dip, and sip with crusty bread and a glass of Montepulciano d’Abruzzo.
Author: Sam Dunham
Sam is a freelance SEO content creator and IGCSE Geography and English teacher at Istituto Cristo Re in Rome. She also runs the Life In Abruzzo Cultural Association, sharing stories and insights about this captivating region.
Alongside raising a teenager, Sam hosts guests at her family’s traditional home, the Little House of the Firefly in Abruzzo, offering a warm welcome and insider tips on local culture, food, and hidden gems.
