Deliba Sinopolese — High-Polyphenol Extra Virgin Olive Oil for Everyday Cooking

Origin: Single-estate. The Cosmano family farm in Molochio, Southern Italy — Aspromonte National Park, UNESCO Global Geopark, 450 meters above sea level. Not blended with oils from other farms or countries.

Variety: 100% Sinopolese — a native cultivar of the Reggio Calabria province, harvested later in the season (November–December) for a rounder, more balanced profile than early-harvest varieties. The Sinopolese is Deliba's everyday oil: suited for moderate heat cooking and raw finishing alike.

Harvest: 2025/26 season, November–December 2025. Hand-harvested at the estate.

The Sinopolese is cold-pressed within 4 hours of harvest on the Cosmano family estate — there is no transport time between picking and pressing. Transport delay is the most common source of polyphenol loss in commercial olive oil production.

Cold extraction means the oil temperature never exceeds 27°C during pressing. This preserves heat-sensitive phenolic compounds, particularly oleocanthal, which begins to degrade above 40°C.

Extraction yield: approximately 9%, versus an industry average of 14–16%. A lower yield means only the highest-quality first-press oil enters each bottle.

Balanced and approachable. The Sinopolese opens with a fruity, slightly sweet note — ripe olive and fresh almond — followed by clean green undertones. The finish is mildly peppery, noticeably softer than the Ottobratico.

That mild pepper at the back of the throat is oleocanthal — a phenolic compound that acts as a natural anti-inflammatory. Its presence confirms the oil's polyphenol content is intact.

Best pairings: eggs, pasta, roasted vegetables, fish, grain bowls, and light dressings. Also excellent as a finishing drizzle over mild dishes where the Ottobratico would overpower.

Independent lab certification (Certificate of Analysis #37839, Sintesi Analisi Chimiche e Biologiche):

• Total polyphenols: 609 mg/kg
• Free acidity: 0.19% (extra virgin standard: ≤0.8%)
• Peroxide value: 6.2 mEq O2/kg (extra virgin standard: ≤20)
• Oleocanthal: present — confirmed by characteristic peppery finish

For context, the average Italian supermarket EVOO tests at 150–300 mg/kg total polyphenols. The EU health claim threshold for olive oil polyphenols requires a minimum of 250 mg/kg. Deliba Sinopolese is more than double that threshold.

Peer-reviewed research on olive oil polyphenols — including the work of USC longevity scientist Dr. Valter Longo, conducted in part in Molochio where this oil is produced — associates high-polyphenol EVOO consumption with cardiovascular protection and metabolic health markers.

The Sinopolese is designed for daily use across all applications.

Cooking: use at low to medium heat (up to 180°C/356°F). Sauté vegetables, cook eggs, start sauces. The flavor holds without the assertiveness of the Ottobratico.

Finishing: drizzle raw over pasta, rice, grain bowls, roasted vegetables, and fish. A tablespoon over a warm dish after plating adds richness without overpowering.

Dressings: 3 parts Sinopolese to 1 part acid (lemon or vinegar). Toss and serve — no emulsification needed.

Daily dose: 1–2 tablespoons per day across meals. A 500ml bottle at that pace lasts approximately 2–4 weeks.

Pair with the Ottobratico (629 mg/kg, bold peppery profile): Sinopolese for the pan, Ottobratico for the table. Both available in the Longevity Box Duo.

Per tablespoon (15ml): ~120 kcal · Total fat 14g · Oleic acid (Ω-9) ~70–75% of fatty acids · Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol, antioxidant) · Vitamin K · No allergens.

Rich in monounsaturated fats — primarily oleic acid — associated with cardiovascular health and cell membrane integrity. Unlike refined olive oils, extra virgin EVOO retains its full complement of minor compounds: polyphenols, tocopherols, and plant sterols.

Gluten-free. Suitable for vegan, Mediterranean, keto, and paleo diets.

Bottle: 500ml UV-protected dark glass. Each bottle is sealed with nitrogen headspace to minimize oxygen exposure from the moment of bottling.

Storage: cool, dark place. Away from the stovetop. Cap tightly after each use. Consume within 3–4 months of opening for best polyphenol integrity.

Shipping: fulfilled from Deliba Food Inc., New Jersey. Not shipped from Italy. Your order ships domestically within the US — standard delivery 3–5 business days after dispatch. No import duties, no customs delays.

Free shipping on orders of 4 bottles or more.