Iddostro: Organic tree heather honey

This honey is harvested from the spring bloom of Erica arborea, which thrives in the hills of Simaxis, Sardinia. The flowering occurs early, from March to May, when colonies are still developing. As a result, yields naturally vary from season to season, making this one of Sardinia’s distinctive spring honeys.

The sensory experience is deep and persistent, with layers of toffee, roasted sugar, tamarind, crème caramel, aromatic wood, and a touch of licorice — reflecting the wild character of Sardinia’s landscape.

Rich and complex, with caramel and herbal notes, a gentle resinous touch, and a warm balsamic undertone. The finish is long and harmonious, leaving a pleasant herbal freshness on the palate.

Pairing:

Excellent with mature cheeses, roasted vegetables, and game meats. Also perfect with yogurt, sourdough bread, or as a glaze for baked fruit and nuts.

We first met Daniele Cossu in spring 2024, after he came highly recommended by our friends at Lolla Sardegna. Rafaela described Daniele as one of the most passionate beekeepers she had ever met — someone who is consistently recognized at Italy’s most prestigious honey competition, Tre Gocce d’Oro.

Speaking with Daniele feels like being in the presence of a true honey whisperer. Never before had we learned so many details about beekeeping, the production process, the different honeys, and what sets each one apart. Daniele comes across as someone who has devoted his life to one ultimate goal: producing some of the finest Sardinian honeys.

While it was Daniele’s celebrated Corbezzolo honey that first drew us in, we must point out that every other variety we tasted was equally intense and had a fabulous texture.

Daniele’s organic honeys range from the much-praised Corbezzolo to Asphodel, Chestnut, Mediterranean Maquis, Fennel, Thistle, Cistus, and more — all gathered in and around the pristine Sardinian hills of Simaxis and Nuoro, a region of the world known for its exceptional longevity.

🇮🇹 Due Gocce d’Oro – Grandi Mieli d’Italia 2025 (Two Golden Drops)

The Tre Gocce d’Oro – Grandi Mieli d’Italia (“Three Golden Drops”) is Italy’s most prestigious honey competition, organized annually by the Osservatorio Nazionale Miele since 1980. Each year, expert panels perform blind tastings to assess purity, botanical accuracy, and sensory excellence across hundreds of Italian honeys.