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| Springfield Olive Grove produces Extra Virgin Olive Oil and it
is available at the following outlets: At the grove door at 455 Swan Bay Rd, Mannerim, Victoria 3222. Bardeli, The Terrace, Ocean Grove, Victoria 3226. Ocean Grove Cellars, 68A The Terrace, Ocean Grove, Victoria 3226. Lorne Greens Fruit & Vegetables Greengrocer, 8 Mountjoy Parade, Lorne, Victoria 3232. Mermerus Vineyard, 60 Soho Rd, Drysdale, Victoria 3222. Wallington General Store, Bellarine Hwy, Wallington, Victoria 3226. Item prices: |
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| From 1999 and 700 trees, Springfield Olive Grove is now fully established
with 2500 Manzanillo, Frantoio, Nevadilla and Barnea
cultivars - a mix of varieties selected for both oil and pickled olive production. The first harvest in 2003 from the initial planting yielded 2 tons of fruit and 400 litres of robust, intense olive-flavoured Manzanillo and the lightly piquant, fruity Frantoio oils. These cold-pressed oils were processed within 12 hours of being hand-picked and resulted in an exceptionally high-quality, extra-virgin product with free fatty acids well below the threshold level. The tradition has begun. The Bellarine Peninsula’s Mediterranean-like climate and olives have a close union. We build on this setting with a focus on natural goodness and high quality, working towards recognition as an organic olive grove, achieving irrigation water self-sufficiency, and practising artisan-like attention to the management of the grove and oil production. Our oils are to be enjoyed as a finishing touch on your favourite pasta, risotto, polenta, fish or salad. Or as a quick meal, try it drizzled over thick slices of country bread rubbed with garlic and topped with tomatoe. Simple, fresh, healthy goodness. If our oil is not part of your kitchen, your kitchen, and your life, is not complete! |
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Max & Elsie Breiland |
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