Castelvetrano Whole Green Olives by Mezzetta are grown in Castelvetrano, Sicily, in the provence of Trapani. They are harvested young and immediately preserved in salt-water brine, hence the vivid green color. They are of the varietal nocellara del belice and offer a meaty texture, with a mild buttery flavor. They encompass a perfect balance between salty and sweet making them a favorite of olive lovers but also tempting to those with a less adventuresome palate.Castelvetrano Olives are suitable as additions to many dishes calling for green olives, great as part of antipasto trays, and addictive as nibblers with cocktails.Each jar of Mezzetta Castelvetrano Olives contains a drained weight of 10 oz. or 283g. (Approximately 48 olives)