Frequently Asked
Questions

Corleone Gold is not available through a conventional online shop. As a premium, limited-release olive oil with a unique provenance and nature-led harvest cycle, we prefer a more personal approach.

Every bottle has a story. If you are interested in obtaining Corleone Gold, simply get in touch and we will be delighted to help.

Sizes and formats may vary by season and harvest volume. Typically including  250Ml, 500Ml and 1L bottles, and 3L and 5L tins. Please contact us directly for current availability.

Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) and Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) are quality marks that guarantee a product comes from a specific region and meets defined standards. Corleone Gold is currently progressing through PDO and PGI certification, which will formally recognise the unique character of the land and the oil produced from it. Slowly but surely progressing since 2024 – navigating the Italian bureaucracy is certainly an interesting experience! –  we are hopeful to have accreditation finalised later this year.

Yes. Corleone Gold is 100% certified organic. The groves have been farmed without pesticides or artificial inputs for generations, long before organic certification existed as a concept. Every aspect of production, from harvesting to pressing in meticulously controlled temperature conditions, to bottling and beyond – now even its UK journey are accredited to the highest possible organic standards.

Yes. The lower fruits are harvested entirely by hand, with olives on the higher branches gathered using handheld tools that gently detach the fruit directly into nets. The harvesting process remains entirely under human control, with each tree receiving individual attention throughout, ensuring the finest olives are gathered at peak ripeness.

The priority is always fruit quality. By harvesting carefully by hand and preventing contact with the ground, bruising and oxidation are minimised, helping preserve freshness, character, naturally high polyphenol content and low acidity.

Store Corleone Gold in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight and sources of heat. The dark glass bottle helps protect the oil from light exposure, while the high polyphenol content acts as natures own preservative, meaning Corleone Gold’s naturally occurring antioxidants help maintain freshness and quality much longer than many other olive oils.

Corleone Gold is still best enjoyed while fresh. Once opened, we recommend using it within four to six months for the best flavour, aroma and nutritional profile.

Yes. Despite its crystal-clear appearance, Corleone Gold is deliberately left unfiltered, helping retain more of the whole fruit’s natural characteristics.

Thanks to the exceptional care taken throughout every stage – from harvesting and temperature-controlled milling, through to natural settling and bottling – Corleone Gold remains beautifully clear without filtration.

Interestingly, one of the signs that Corleone Gold is unfiltered may occasionally be seen if it is stored in colder conditions, particularly during the winter months. A light cloudiness can naturally appear as tiny particles within the unfiltered olive oil become visible.

If you’d like to see this for yourself, simply place a small amount of Corleone Gold in the fridge. You’ll notice Corleone Gold gradually returns to its familiar crystal-clear appearance once it reaches room temperature.

Did you know? 

While olive oil should always be stored away from strong heat, it may come as a surprise to know that it can be frozen perfectly successfully. In some countries, freezing is used as a practical method of long-term storage. Similar to the temporary cloudiness described above, olive oil becomes fully opaque when frozen, gradually returning to its original appearance as it defrosts.

Worth remembering: If you ever decide to freeze olive oil, use a suitable container rather than a glass bottle. Olive oil expands as it freezes, and the glass may crack.

Yes absolutely!

Corleone Gold can be successfully used in a wide number of delicious recipes. However we do not recommend deep frying, or even shallow frying in Corleone Gold. Not because it won’t work well – we’ve tried it, and it produces excellent results – but because high heat takes away from Corleone Gold’s key characteristics.

As Diane says, don’t use your best oil for this step: it would be a waste! Reserve Corleone Gold for only the most special dishes where its true character can shine through.  Use a standard oil for frying, and simply finish with Corleone Gold afterwards.

Note: one of Diane’s most popular recipes (and one of Pietro’s favourites to cook at home) uses exactly this principle. See: Pasta alla Norma – Aubergine, Tomato & Ricotta Salata

We would love to hear from you. Please visit our Stockists page or contact us directly at info@everythingsicily.com with a brief introduction to your business. We will be in touch promptly.