I Contadini Celline Olives in Brine - 550 g

Salento’s Best-Kept Olive Secret.

Small, intensely flavored, and deeply aromatic — the Celline olive is one of Italy’s most beloved varieties, traditionally grown in the sun-drenched Salento region of Puglia. Hand-harvested at peak ripeness between October and November, these olives are then slowly cured in natural brine for approximately six months. No shortcuts. No additives. Just a traditional process that gently reduces bitterness and draws out a rich, balanced Mediterranean flavor that’s impossible to replicate industrially.

Packed simply with water, unrefined sea salt, and lemon juice — exactly as they’ve been preserved in Puglia for generations.

What Makes Them Special

• 🫒 Celline variety from Salento, Puglia — one of Italy’s most prized small olives
• 🤲 Hand-harvested at peak ripeness, October–November
• ⏱️ Slow-cured for ~6 months in natural brine for deep, balanced flavor
• 🌿 Delicate aroma reminiscent of freshly pressed extra virgin olive oil
• ❌ No artificial preservatives or additives — just olives, sea salt, and lemon juice

How to Enjoy Them

• Serve on an antipasti or charcuterie board alongside aged cheeses and salumi
• Toss into pasta, grain bowls, or salads for a briny, savory depth
• Top pizza or focaccia before baking
• Pair with a glass of Negroamaro or Primitivo at aperitivo hour
• Use in tapenade or olive-based spreads for a distinctly Puglian character