The Medeghino farm is mainly dedicated to the production of a Protected Designation of Origin (D.O.P.) certification for Extra Virgin Olive Oil and a Biological honey, in a context of responsible agriculture, respecting the environment and the consumer.
The Medeghino farm is mainly dedicated to the production of a Protected Designation of Origin (D.O.P.) certification for Extra Virgin Olive Oil and a Biological honey, in a context of responsible agriculture, respecting the environment and the consumer.
Il Medeghino embodies the essence of local nature and the richness of a unique territory. The combination of the pristine lake, the woods, the valleys and mountains, which produces natural products that are a surprise for the palette and enchanting for your eyes.
The farm is active in the protection of the chestnut groves and their tasty fruits which are appreciated year after year. Chestnut flour and dried chestnuts are produced on the farm which are used for soups and tasty desserts.
Il Medeghino love to experiment with new flavours and new products. We introduce two new organic beers. The first, Biancastagna is a beer made from chestnut flour and has a fresh floral taste with a slight bitterness given by the chestnuts. The second beer Aperegina has a full-bodied hoppy flavour with a licorice aftertaste given by the chestnut honey.
During the summer season, lavander flowers are harvested by hand. Using the warm process and traditional alembic instruments, we produce a fragrant lavender essential oil.
All our products can be ordered online. We can also make shipments in special gift boxes for any special occasion.
The Extra Virgin Olive Oil:exceptional quality guaranteed by D.O.P. certification.
Il Medeghino Olive Oil is made using only olives grown on the slopes of Upper Lake Como. It has an almost zero acidity. This oil has a harmonious and sweet taste with almond notes and a slightly spicy aftertaste. This celebrates the best characteristics of Extra Virgin Olive Oil. It is ideal for salad dressings, fish and all your favourite dishes.
The Protected Designation of Origin certification of this oil from Consorzio D.O.P. Laghi Lombardi, with its strict controls, is a guarantee that the olives and their origin are limited to North Lake Como area. This ensures a 100% Lake Como Extra Virgin Olive Oil.
Il Medeghino Extra Virgin Olive Oil is made with 80% Frantoio olives and the remaining part by Leccino and Pendolino olives The Frantoio olive variety give this oil a distinctive and spicy flavour.
Sizes available:
100 ml, 250 ml and 500 ml.
Our Bio Honey is made from pollen and nectar taken fro m pristine flowers grown on the mountains of North Lake Como.
Il Medeghino farm strives to produce natural and genuine products using beehive nomadism during the early spring months. The hives are moved to 500 metres, 800 metres and up to 1300 metres above sea level. At these different levels the bees are able to visit many different flowers. Acacia honey is produced from flowers at lake level. There is also Millefiori Honey, High Mountain Wildflower Honey, Chestnut Honey, Linden Honey, Forest Honeydew Honey which are all produced at different altitudes. All these honeys have a unique flavour and nutritional properties.
The organic certification is a guarantee of quality during the rearing of the hives for sustainable and natural products. The breeding of the hives take place without the use of antibiotics or chemical treatments which respects the bees and the natural biodiversity.
Millefiori Honey
Thanks to the different pollens and nectars collected by the bees at different altitudes, the honey produced has a unique richness and aroma which encapsulates the typical blooms of Lake Como.
Also available in gift boxes.
Size available: 250 gr, 500 gr, 1000 gr
High Altitude Wildflower Honey
Produced at an altitude of 1,300 metres, it has a sweet taste and a rich harmonious aroma. It is made from Rhododendron, Erica, Blueberry, Maple and Bramble. High altitude honey has a completely natural and uncontaminated lingering flavour.
Also available in gift boxes.
Size available: 250 gr, 500 gr, 1000 gr
Chestnut Honey
A strong taste with a lingering scent. It is slightly sweet, highly appreciated by athletes and sports people, due to its nutritional qualities. It is an excellent source of protein, vitamins B and C and mineral salts. Chestnut honey has extremely high antioxidant properties, compared with other honeys. It is ideal with fresh bread and butter and also delicious with fresh cheeses, such as ricotta.
Also available in gift boxes.
Size available: 250 gr, 500 gr, 1000 gr
Pre alpine Linden Honey
Pre alpine Linden honey has a sweet, aromatic and balsamic flavour and is full of health benefits. This honey is excellent as a cough reliever and for it’s relaxing and antispasmodic properties. It also contains digestive enzymes and antioxidants. A perfect accompaniment to medium-aged cheeses. It can be used as a natural sweetener in cooking and is delicious in herbal teas.
Also available in gift boxes.
Size available: 250 gr, 500 gr, 1000 gr
Honeydew Honey
It’s production takes place at the end of the season, when there is less nectar from the flowers available to the bees. The bees collect honeydew from the leaves, stems and bark of trees and other sap producing plants. Honeydew is less sweet than regular honey and has the taste of dried fruit and caramel. There are many health benefits, it is a rich source of vitamins, minerals, essential amino acids, potassium, phosphorus, magnesium and especially iron. Another beneficial mineral in Honeydew honey is Polyphenol, an antioxidant that protects the body from free radicals. It is particularly suitable for active people and sports.
Also available in gift boxes.
Size available: 250 gr, 500 gr, 1000 gr
Castiglio Honey
From the woods of our pre-alpine valleys, this honey is produced from the chestnut and linden blooms. The bees produce a honey with a delicate fragrance and a fresh and distinctive flavour. It is excellent with cheeses and is an ideal ingredient in salad dressings.
Also available in gift boxes.
Size available: 250 gr, 500 gr, 1000 gr