With a characteristic shape that recalls a crescent moon, Lucca green olives are mainly appreciated in table olives for their sweet and slightly fruity flavor. Their firm flesh and crunchy texture, with subtle notes of almond, make them a very popular choice for olive lovers. While some attribute the origin of the name of the variety to the city of Lucca, in Tuscany, and others prefer that of Luque, in Andalusia, the Occitan region is recognized as the French production area. Resistant to cold and drought, Lucca olives are generally harvested over 2 to 3 weeks in September.