Charles Antona, Corsican Black Olive & Myrtle Tapenade, PDO 95g

Corsican Black Olive Tapenade is 95g of Charles Antona tapenade made from Corsican black olives and wild myrtle — a tapenade of remarkable depth and aromatic distinction, where the island’s wild myrtle lifts the olive paste with a floral, slightly resinous note entirely unique to Corsica. Corsican black olive tapenade stands apart from any mainland version. As a result, wild myrtle — central to the Corsican maquis — adds a dimension of complexity no mainland version can replicate. Furthermore, Corsican black olives have a richer, more concentrated character than the bulk olive varieties used in mass-market tapenades. In particular, wild myrtle berries and leaves are a signature Corsican flavour, used in game dishes, charcuterie and preserves throughout the island.

About Corsican Black Olive Tapenade

Charles Antona is a specialist Corsican producer dedicated to artisan pâtés and tapenades from the island’s exceptional larder. In particular, Corsica has a distinct food culture shaped by its mountainous interior, maquis scrubland and centuries of tradition separate from mainland influence. As a result, ingredients like Corsican chickpeas, wild myrtle and Tomme de brebis give these products a character that off-island production cannot replicate. Furthermore, all Charles Antona products carry PDO certification, guaranteeing that the ingredients, methods and production all take place in Corsica. However, the PDO here is not merely a regulatory marker. It reflects a genuine commitment to preserving the food traditions of Corsica. In particular, the maquis — the dense aromatic scrubland of Corsica’s hillsides — gives the island’s wild plants their character. Additionally, each jar is produced in small batches with no artificial additives or preservatives. That commitment to Corsican place and tradition defines every product from Charles Antona. That is why this product from The Artisan Food Company consistently impresses even the most discerning cooks.

Why Choose Corsican Black Olive Tapenade From Us

Using these Corsican pâtés and tapenades well rewards understanding their versatility beyond a simple toast topper. In contrast to industrial spreads, these pâtés suit serving at room temperature on good bread as a starter in their own right. As a result, always remove from the fridge 20 minutes before serving to allow the flavours to open fully. Furthermore, these pâtés work well stirred into pasta, risotto or warm vegetables as a quick and distinctive sauce base. However, the most powerful use is as a flavour catalyst — a spoonful under a chicken breast before roasting or into a warm lentil salad. In particular, the olive and tapenade varieties suit fish and lamb where their brininess and depth add rather than compete. Moreover, the chickpea and chestnut pâté suits a charcuterie board or cheese plate as a vegetarian element of genuine character. Additionally, serve with good crackers or fine rye bread alongside for the simplest and most effective presentation. That versatility from jar to table to kitchen defines what makes these Corsican products exceptional.

How to Use Corsican Black Olive Tapenade

To get the very best from it:

• Spread on toasted bread or good crackers as a standalone tapenade starter or canapé.
• Stir a spoonful into pasta with good olive oil and a little Pecorino for a quick and distinctive sauce.
• Furthermore, spread under a fish fillet before roasting, or over lamb chops before grilling, where the olive and myrtle complement the protein beautifully.
• Additionally, use as a base layer in a tart or flatbread before adding cheese and vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

This product pairs beautifully with:

• Good sourdough, fine crackers or toasted ciabatta alongside
• Grilled fish — sea bass, bream or mullet — where tapenade is the natural condiment
• Corsican or Provençal charcuterie for a Mediterranean sharing spread
• A glass of Corsican Vermentino, a Bandol rosé or a Nielluccio red alongside

Storage: Store in a cool, dark place unopened. Furthermore, once opened, refrigerate and consume within 5 days. However, always remove from the fridge 20 minutes before serving as flavour is more pronounced at cool room temperature. Best consumed within the date shown on the jar.

However you use it, this product brings a flavour and character that only genuine Corsican ingredients can deliver. Moreover, the finest artisan pâtés always reward simplicity and the best possible bread alongside.