MUSEO DIFFUSO dei 5 Sensi
Piazza Libertà 2 Sciacca (AG) – Italy
(Medieval Bastion)
We are a "Museo Diffuso," which means that Sciacca itself is our open-air museum. Here, every element of the city, including its people with their stories, represents our priceless treasure, ready to be shared with anyone who comes to visit us.
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A gastronomic journey like no other, an exploration of the extraordinary qualities and intoxicating aromas revealed through the meticulous cold pressing of olives grown in the lush territory of Sciacca. It's an experience that invites you to get lost in the symphonies of unique flavors, to immerse yourself in millennia-old history and traditions passed down through generations, all converging toward the creation of an authentic gem of gastronomy: extra virgin olive oil.
The result of meticulous care and a passion deeply rooted in the land, it is the quintessence of Sciacca's green gold. The olives carry with them the memory of the earth and the secret of ancient production techniques that have evolved over time, giving the oil a unique character, a complexity of flavors, and a enveloping fragrance that fully represents the beauty and essence of this territory.
EXPERIENCE DETAILS:
DURATION: 2 hours
MINIMUM PARTICIPANTS: 2
MAXIMUM PARTICIPANTS: 16
COST: € 14.00
WHAT'S INCLUDED:
- Olive Oil Mill Visit: You will have the opportunity to explore the entire facility, from the presses to the centrifuges, from the decantation tanks to the storage tanks. Every step of the production process will be carefully explained, offering a comprehensive overview of how the different machinery functions.
- Explanation of Olive Varieties: Learn about the varieties of olives that are cultivated, the different types of trees, and their distinctive characteristics. Discover how the territory influences the flavor and characteristics of the oil, creating unique aromatic profiles.
- Oil Production Techniques: Witness the production of extra virgin olive oil. You will see how the olives are harvested, selected, and transported to the mill, and how they undergo meticulous processing to obtain the highest quality oil. Explanation of the various techniques used, including cold pressing, which preserves the flavors and aromas of the olives.
- Guided Tasting: The culmination of this experience will be a guided tasting of our oils, produced directly from the estate, through a sensory exploration where you can savor the results of all our efforts. Additionally, you will appreciate a selection of local typical products that pair perfectly with our oils, offering an authentic representation of our land's cuisine and culture.
This comprehensive experience offers a total immersion into the world of extra virgin olive oil, from its creation to its nuanced flavors, making the olive oil mill visit an unforgettable and knowledge-rich experience.