Raw material specifications: Green olives, medium-sized, naturally de-bittered, selected, pitted, sliced, firm in texture, mild in flavour, green in colour, packaged under controlled conditions after fermentation is complete. In accordance with EU Regulation 834/2007 on the production of organic products. Specifications for the finished product: - Sensory characteristics: Firm olives, with mild acidity, a hint of oregano and fruity olive oil, lightly salted. - Microbiological data: Total coliforms per 1g (<10) Enterobacteria per 1g (<10) Escherichia coli per 1g (<10) Clostridium perfringens per 1g (<10) Staphylococcus aureus per 1g (<10) Listeria monocytogenes per 25g (not present) Salmonella spp. per 25g (not present) These olives are marinated solely in organic extra virgin olive oil and oregano and vacuum-packed immediately – the pure flavour of these fine, raw-quality olives! These olives are characterised by their mild, juicy flavour. A true delicacy, enjoyed on their own as a starter, in salads or as a side dish with barbecued food. Mani Bläuel olives are harvested with care and naturally de-bittered without the addition of preservatives.