Extra Viginity

Of course I was intrigued by the title of Tom Mueller's book Extra Virginity. (I hope we are not going to be engulfed by a tidal wave of SMUT.  I will, of course, tender my resignation forthwith or with greater emphasis forthwidth... ED!!!)
It relates to the classification of olive oil in the highest category. A qualification  more recognised in the breach than the observance. (ARGHH...ED!) The other end of the quality spectrum is lampante, or lamp oil. The distance between the two leaves much to be desired and this treasure of a book leaves  little to the imagination. Olive oil is the derivative of fruit rather than the extract of seed. It can be produced by mechanical recovery whereas most other oils are chemically extracted by solvents. this has, it is claimed, huge impact on the condition and benefits of the product.  One way of looking at the oil is that it is miracle! You can only feel huge goodwill and gratitude to those who make it, cherish it, protect it and promote it. Be aware though of the opportunities for those who seek to exploit the product, they are legion and the tricks and trucos they employ are many and possibly dangerous.

If you are interested in the book, the oil, or sufficiently curious Truth in Olive Oil is the place for you.