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Greetings!
 
We are pleased to announce that we are finally ready to release our 2009 Olio Nuovo!  This year's new oil is a little late being released for a couple of reasons.  First the olives ripened very late due to the summer drought and unexpected rainfall in October.  Second, for the first time ever we were able to use a Frantoio that did not have a polishing separator as the final step.  The polishing separator prevents the oil from having a lot of sediment however according to the Italians it also causes the finished oil to lose a lot of its flavor.  This meant we had to let the oil settle in small tanks before siphoning the clear oil off the sediment and into a large tank where it was blended and then allowed to settle again.  This process was significantly more work, however I believe you will find even more flavor than in the past. 
The oil will be bottled next weekend and will ship shortly after.  As in the past the oil will be at the special price of $20.00 per 750ml bottle.  And to sweeten the deal, we are offering FREE SHIPPING on orders of six bottles or more!
 
Special Price: $20.00 per 750ml bottle

S & H: FREE on orders of six or more bottles!
 
Olio Nuevo 2008
Nuevo Writing
In true Italian tradition, your Olio Nuovo will arrive very simply labeled - last year I just wrote "NUEVO" on the bottle.
Olives
Olives ready to be pressed.
Olive Oil
      New olive oil, or Olio Nuovo.
Extra virgin olive oil is known for its traditional Tuscan characteristics of fresh olives, soft creamy butter and a peppery finish.  As with all fine extra virgin olive oils, our Olio Nuovo will hold up well unopened for a couple of years when stored in a cool, dark place however we recommend you consume it young.
 
Our 2009 oil is buttery and unctuous with an explosive peppery finish.  It should be enjoyed at its heightened color and flavor in some simple yet traditional ways; with a good loaf of crusty,rustic bread, sliced and grilled, then slathered with new oil and a pinch of gray salt.  You will taste the wheat grass and butter along with spicy peppery flavor.  Try with Rabbit Ridge Allure de Robles or Bunny Cuvee.  WARNING: you will most likely consume the entire loaf of bread!
 
Or for those of you who like to go all out - grill up a nice, thick rib eye and brush the top with olive oil just before serving. Pair with more of our oil on a salad of fresh tomatoes, buffalo mozzarella and basil.  Enjoy these dishes with 3 Clusters Rouge de Vine
    
 
For those of you who still want to take advantage of FREE SHIPPING but do not wish to purchase six bottles of Olio Nuovo we have two special offers for your winter enjoyment:
 
PACKAGE 1 RED RESERVE - $100.00
3 Bottles Olio Nuovo
Olive Branch
PACKAGE 2 RED & WHITE RESERVE - $100.00
3 Bottles Olio Nuovo
1 Bottle 2006 3 Clusters Rouge de Vine
 
 
Don't forget that unlike wine, we can ship Olio Nuovo to any state and you can order as little as one bottle!
 
For a list of states where we are able to ship wine please click here.
 
To place your order, please click here.
 
Warm Regards,

Erich Russell
Rabbit Ridge Winery