Belica (Istrian Belica, Bianca Istriana) is an autochthonous Slovenian olive variety originating from the region of Istria (Slovenia, Croatia, and Italy). It has a closed, upright, broom-like growth. It ripens quite late, depending on the ambient temperature. Harvest or ripening time from mid-November to mid-December. The fruits are quite thick, and light green when harvested, later changing colour from dark reddish to black. Olive oil content is very high, around 20%. The oil has a rich bitter-spicy taste and a fresh herbal aroma. In our store you can buy olive oil Vanja Couvee made from 16 olive varieties including Belica.
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