Tre Foglie 2022. The best olive oils from Molise

Oli d'Italia 2022

Despite the consequences of climate change, Italy registered a 15% increase in oil production, with respect to 2020, approaching 2019 in terms of overall output. This year we decided to double our efforts, both when it comes to the Oli d’Italia guide, and in terms of supporting the world of extra virgin olive oil. We decided to start by bringing together all the key players, from growers to producers, from chefs to restaurant owners, into a single network. The result is the Gambero Rosso “Community Olio”, a place where people can stay up to date on the latest industry developments, but above all meet and share their needs, stories and ideas with the understanding that exchange at all levels is a key drivers of growth.

The best olive oils from Molise

The boost in production also benefited Molise, where in autumn the rains brought new vigor to the region's olive trees. The result was an increase of 20%, bringing output to just over 3,000 tons. In any case, here olive cultivation and oil production represent an important part of the region's history and landscape, and the presence of splendid, centuries-old olive groves contributes to its beauty and agricultural patrimony.