Oleotourism Experience in Tuscany in the Casa Julia Olive Grove

Oleotourism Experience in Tuscany in the Casa Julia Olive Grove

Welcome to the Casa Julia olive oil tourism experience, where the passion for quality extra virgin olive oil meets the beauty of the Tuscan landscape. Immersed among the olive trees of Roccatederighi, we will guide you to discover the secrets of EVO oil, from sustainable production techniques to conscious tasting.

Casa Julia is a family-run business that firmly believes in quality and sustainability. Our goal is to share with you not only our product, but also the culture and tradition behind our extra virgin olive oil.

Located in the countryside of the charming village of Roccatederighi (Roccastrada, Grosseto), we can also offer a tour of the ancient village, an authentic experience in a unique setting, with houses nestled in the rock and a breathtaking view that embraces the entire Tuscan archipelago and conclude the day in the name of quality EVO oil with a lunch in a restaurant in the village enjoying a menu focused on extra virgin olive oil.

 

Our proposal

Activities at Casa Julia

At our headquarters in the Roccatederighi countryside you can come to taste our oils and enjoy the view or learn more about the issues related to extra virgin olive oil.

Simple tasting

Come and visit us and taste our EVO oil while enjoying a view that reaches the sea.
We will offer you the “fettunta” while we tell you about our oil, you will be our guests and it will not cost you anything.

If you like our EVO oil you can buy it on site.

Comparative tasting

A sensory journey through the comparative tasting of two oils to educate on the characteristics of quality EVO oil.

During this experience you will learn to recognize the aromatic and gustatory notes that every quality oil must have, you will discover its health properties, you will learn the secrets for the correct use in the kitchen and optimal conservation. We will also illustrate the rights of consumers and how to correctly read the labels to make informed choices.

Production process

We will tell you about the journey of the olive, from the plant to the bottle. We will present the production process of high-quality extra virgin olive oil based on sustainable practices that respect the environment and the territory. You will discover the importance of early harvesting, rapid transport to the mill, filtration at the source and all those practices that guarantee an excellent product. You will understand why the quality of oil begins in the field and does not end with its production in the mill.

Walks in the olive grove

We will take you to the olive grove to illustrate the phenological phases in progress and the activities that take place during the year. You will observe the olive trees up close in the different seasons, from flowering to the ripening of the fruit. We will explain the pruning techniques, the natural treatments we use to protect the plants, and how the olives are harvested. During these walks you can also enjoy the wonderful panorama that extends to the Tuscan archipelago, breathing the pure air of the Maremma countryside.

Extra Experiences in Roccatederighi

Enrich your experience by knowing the territory that hosts Casa Julia and its gastronomic excellences.

Visit with an expert guide to the medieval village

Casa Julia is located in Roccatederighi, a hamlet of the municipality of Roccastrada in the province of Grosseto, on the hills of the upper Maremma, a unique historic village with houses nestled in the rock and a breathtaking view that embraces the entire Tuscan archipelago. This ancient settlement of medieval origin stands 536 meters above sea level, on top of an imposing rock formation of volcanic origin.

Walking through the medieval alleys, you can immerse yourself in the history and culture of this authentic corner of Tuscany. The stone houses seem to emerge directly from the rock, creating an urban landscape of extraordinary beauty and uniqueness. From the panoramic terrace of the village, on the clearest days, the gaze can reach as far as the islands of the Tuscan archipelago and Corsica.

The ancient village of Roccatederighi retains its medieval charm intact, with its urban structure characterized by narrow streets, arches and stairways that climb the rock.

Walking through the alleys dug into the trachyte, one is struck by how the natural configurations of the rocks are exploited to build the inhabited center. In fact, in every little square and in every street one can see the volcanic boulders used in the past as foundations or as defensive bastions.

The visit includes meeting the participants with the guide in Piazza Mazzini and departure for the guided tour which lasts about 1 hour and costs €15.00 per person to be paid to the supplier at the time of booking.
Reservations via whatsapp +393404920588 (Mariella) or by email info@maremmainbici.it

 

 

 

 

Photo from the site roccatederighi.it

Local food and wine

To complete your oil tourism experience, we offer you the possibility of booking lunch at a price reserved for this proposal at the restaurant Il Sesto Canto in Roccatederighi where you can continue your experience in the world of EVO oil by enjoying a menu where extra virgin olive oil is the protagonist in every course.
You will be able to savor traditional Tuscan dishes, prepared with local ingredients and seasoned with quality extra virgin olive oil.

Proposal summary table

(*) The visit to the olive grove is optional, depending on the guest's wishes, physical conditions and the weather at the time. There is no refund if the service is not used.
(**) The cost of the visit to the medieval village must be paid to the service provider. Check the availability of the chosen date directly with the guide. Contact Mariella Stacchini +393404920588 (Whatsapp) or by email info@maremmainbici.it – The choice of this option has the sole purpose of informing the provider of your request
(***) The price of lunch must be paid directly to the restaurant. Any variations to the proposed menu must be agreed with the restaurant staff.
The choice of this option has the sole purpose of informing the restaurant of your request. NOT AVAILABLE ON TUESDAYS

Il nostro oliveto si trova in una zona collinare e non è quindi pianeggiante. Non è adatto ai passeggini, si consiglia l’uso del marsupio . Cani ammessi al guinzaglio per sicurezza della fauna locale e dei nostri quattro gatti .
Vi consigliamo inoltre di portare: occhiali da sole, abbigliamento comodo, K-way e ombrello in caso di pioggia, scarpe comode e chiuse.
Il nostro oliveto è un terreno agricolo non un giardino. Possono esserci avvallamenti e buche nascoste, potreste incontrare abitanti del terreno e dei boschi, Vi preghiamo di prestare attenzione e portare rispetto per la flora e a fauna.

See also: Casa Julia Oil Tourism, Oil Tourism