EN
C 448/40
Official Journal of the European Union
25.11.2022
— Organoleptic properties:
Descriptor
Median
Olive fruitiness
3–7
Bitter
2–6
Pungent
2–6
— Colour: straw yellow to green.
All qualitative parameters not specifically mentioned must comply with the EU legislation that applies to extra virgin olive oil.
In terms of its organoleptic profile, ‘Olio Campania’ PGI has a medium to high intensity score for olive fruitiness.
As well as the aromatic component, the ‘bitterness’ and ‘pungency’ perceived are in line with the concentration of total polyphenols (≥ 200 mg/kg).
3.3.
Feed (for products of animal origin only) and raw materials (for processed products only) Extra virgin olive oil with the ‘Olio Campania’ PGI must be obtained from the following varieties, either on their own or blended: Asprinia, Caiazzana, Carpellese, Frantoio, Leccino, Leccio del Corno, Marinese, Minucciola, Nostrale, Ogliarola campana, Ortice, Ortolana, Pisciottana, Racioppella, Ravece, Rotondella, Salella, Sessana, Tonda.
Other varieties may also be used, providing they do not account for more than 15 % of the total raw material.
The interplay between the varietal genotypes that have acclimatised over time, the characteristics of the soil and climate, and the production techniques used in this area means that the ‘Olio Campania’ PGI is characterised by specific chemical, physical and organoleptic parameters.
3.4.
Specific steps in production that must take place in the identified geographical area The olives must be grown and harvested and the oil extraction process take place in the defined geographical area.
3.5.
Specific rules concerning slicing, grating, packaging, etc. of the product the registered name refers to Extra virgin olive oil with the ‘Olio Campania’ PGI must be released for consumption in sealed and labelled containers permitted under the applicable legislation, with a capacity not exceeding 5 litres.
3.6.
Specific rules concerning labelling of the product the registered name refers to It is forbidden to add any description to the ‘Olio Campania’ protected geographical indication that is not expressly provided for in the product specification, including the following adjectives: fine (fine), scelto (choice), selezionato (selected) or superiore (superior).
Truthful and verifiable references describing the methods of the producers are permitted (e.g. ‘monovarietal’, followed by the name of the cultivar used), on the condition that they are authorised in advance by the responsible control body.
Names, business names and brand names may be used truthfully, provided they have no laudatory purport and are not such as to mislead the consumer.
The use of other geographical indications is forbidden.