Marinated Tomatoes in Extra Virgin Olive Oil – Campus
The range of red preserves from Campus Conserve finds in marinated tomatoes one of its most refined and contemporary expressions. In Decimoputzu, the processing of this iconic Mediterranean fruit follows a protocol that the Campus family has refined since 1985, with the aim of offering an alternative to traditional sun-dried tomatoes: a product with fleshy pulp and a more delicate, less overpowering flavor.
The heart of the production process lies in fresh processing: the tomatoes are harvested at the peak of their sugar ripeness, when the skin is firm and the color is an intense, uniform red. After rigorous manual selection, the tomatoes are prepared for marination. Unlike the traditional method of complete sun-drying, the Campus marination process includes a step that preserves the fruit's internal moisture, ensuring a soft and juicy texture that literally melts in the mouth. This method preserves the integrity of the fibers and maintains the organoleptic properties of freshly harvested tomatoes, preventing them from becoming tough or excessively salty.
The tomatoes are marinated using lemon juice and white wine vinegar, carefully balanced to set the color and complement the natural sweetness of the variety used. No chemical preservatives or synthetic colorants are used; product stability is ensured by the quality of the preserving liquid, consisting of 100% Italian extra virgin olive oil. The oil not only protects the tomatoes but also absorbs their tangy and sweet aromas, becoming a precious and fragrant dressing in its own right, ideal for reuse in cooking.
In gastronomic applications, Campus Marinated Tomatoes are an extremely versatile ingredient. Their delicate character makes them a perfect match for buffalo mozzarella or fresh goat cheeses, creating an immediate contrast in both color and flavor. They are excellent for preparing gourmet bruschetta with a clean, refined taste, for dressing sophisticated cold pasta dishes, or for accompanying delicate fish dishes. Each jar embodies the desire to preserve a living culinary heritage, where technological innovation serves artisanal food craftsmanship, creating a sensory experience that evokes the earth, the sun, and authentic Sardinian passion.
