Price range: $21.00 through $75.00
Organic PDO Chianti Classico Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Il Custode means The Guardian — and this oil truly guards the soul of the Chianti region.
Produced in San Polo, in the rolling hills of Chianti just south of Florence, often recognised by its “Black Rooster” emblem. This exceptional extra virgin olive oil is crafted by the Pruneti family, custodians of this land for more than 160 years. For generations, the Pruneti’s have farmed with respect, patience and an uncompromising commitment to quality — and Il Custode is the purest expression of that philosophy.
Certified Organic and PDO Chianti Classico, this oil is a faithful reflection of its terroir.
Made primarily from Frantoio, Moraiolo and Leccino olives, it is cold-extracted using only mechanical processes to preserve freshness, antioxidants and flavour integrity. Every harvest is carefully monitored, resulting in oils with exceptionally low acidity (as low as 0.17%) and impressively high polyphenol levels, delivering both flavour intensity and nutritional power.
In the glass, Il Custode glows deep green with golden highlights — a visual cue to its freshness and vitality.
Vibrant and distinctly green. Immediate notes of fresh artichoke and rocket (arugula) lead the bouquet, layered with elegant hints of green almond, freshly cut grass and soft Mediterranean herbs. Clean, fresh and beautifully expressive of early-harvest fruit.
Structured yet beautifully balanced at a medium intensity. Pronounced flavours of artichoke and rocket sit at the core, supported by a refined herbaceous character and a pleasant, well-integrated bitterness that signals quality and phenolic presence without overpowering the dish.
Lingering, precise and gently assertive. A distinctive peppery spice builds gradually on the throat, accompanied by subtle notes of black pepper and green almond — a classic marker of fresh, premium extra virgin olive oil.
This is a true table oil and Finishing Oil Elegant but Expressive designed to elevate, not dominate.
Bread & Soups
Drizzle generously over warm sourdough, bruschetta, legume soups and traditional ribollita. The herbaceous notes lift slow-cooked flavours beautifully.
Vegetables
Exceptional on grilled, roasted or simply boiled vegetables — especially artichokes, radicchio, radishes and seasonal greens where its bitterness complements natural vegetal flavours.
Meats & Fish
Perfect over grilled red meats, roast game and white meats. Also excellent as a finishing drizzle on grilled fish, where its balance enhances rather than masks delicate flavours.
Salads & Cheese
Ideal for bitter green salads, raw vegetable dishes and aged hard cheeses. The green, peppery finish cuts through richness and adds aromatic freshness.
The Good Oil Tip:
Use Il Custode raw and finish your dish just before serving — this preserves its fresh aromatics, peppery polyphenols and the full sensory experience that premium EVOO is meant to deliver.
This is not just olive oil. It’s a legacy in a bottle.
Pruneti “Il Custode” — the true guardian of Chianti Classico.
| Flavour Intensity | |
|---|---|
| Cultivation Type | |
| Cultivar / Variety | |
| Oganic/Bio | |
| Filtered | Yes |
| Food Pairing | Game Meat, Bruschetta, Hard Cheese, Raw Vegetables, Cooked Vegetables, Legumes, Salads, Soups, Red Meat, Pork, Chicken, Crustasians, White Fish, Oily Fish, Dessert |
| Polyphenol Level | |
| Size | 500ml, 100ml |
Frantoio Pruneti – Based at their historic family estate in San Polo in Chianti, Florence, Frantoio Pruneti has been farming these Tuscan hills for over 160 years. Guided by a philosophy of custodianship and precision, the Pruneti family blends deep-rooted tradition with modern, low-impact milling to preserve purity, freshness and true Chianti character in every drop.
