Za Teresa was a woman from another time — proud, grounded, and deeply connected to the land and its traditions. Widowed young when her first husband never returned from the Great War, she carried her grief quietly and kept moving forward. With my great-grandfather, her second husband, she built a life rooted in respect, hard work, and enduring values — the same spirit that lives on in ZA TERESA today: an olive oil crafted from tradition, resilience, and a love for the land.

Za Teresa was a pillar of the “La Cumbratern” neighborhood. Passersby and locals alike would stop under her ancient oak, seeking refreshment or a simple “kumpliment” — an old Abruzzese custom of offering guests something to eat or drink as a gesture of respect and genuine hospitality.

And these brief visits often turned into long pauses whenever my great-grandfather, “Zi Nicole,” was present.

As I’ve been told, he had a vivid imagination and boundless creativity, becoming a favorite of the neighborhood children, who would gather in the evenings around the hearth, captivated by his stories.
His greatest treasure was the knowledge she carried — ancient rural wisdom, recipes passed down by word of mouth, and the belief that time is not to be controlled but respected. Around the fireplace he used to tell stories that felt like fairy tales, yet were true: tales of wars, harvests, love, and storms.

Za Teresa raised my sister and me under her watchful eye, among cicadas and the scent of the vegetables and fruit she grew for the family. She taught us to belong — to the land, to our roots, to our word. From her, we learned the meaning of honest work and quiet strength.

Za Teresa had a visceral bond with her olive trees, treating them like living, almost sacred beings. From dawn until dusk, her hands carried the scent of soil and leaves. The oil she produced — deep green, thick, and fragrant — was more than good; it was liquid memory, every drop telling a story of seasons, patience, and life itself.
Even today, we live with her words — her sayings and proverbs guiding us like quiet truths whispered through the olive trees.

From our family’s three hectares of carefully tended olive groves, nestled around the resort, comes an olive oil that is a true expression of the land. Each tree is nurtured with care, respecting the rhythms of nature and the traditions passed down through generations. The oil is cold-pressed, yielding a vibrant green liquid, rich in aroma and flavor — fresh, fruity, and slightly peppery, with a lingering hint of grass and almond.

Every drop tells a story of patience, dedication, and love for the land. It is more than oil: it is a heritage you can taste, a connection to the soil, the sun, and the hands that have worked it for decades. ZA TERESA olive oil brings the essence of our groves to your table — simple, authentic, and unforgettable.

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