THE HARVEST AT CUADRAT VALLEY
The oils come from the same olive variety, Arbequina, grown in the Cuadrat Valley family olive grove. They are all "EXTRA VIRGIN PDO Les Garrigues". The different harvest periods of our olives result in differences in fruit ripeness and the fruitiness of the oil, expressed in our four varieties or selections.
They all offer the vibrant fruitiness of fresh olives, with green aromas of grass and artichoke, interwoven with subtle notes of almond and fresh apple. They also contain all the essential nutrients: fatty acids (protection against vascular disease), aromatic molecules (antioxidants), and vitamins A and E.
Technical details:
Producer: Cuadrat Valley
Origin: L’Albagès (Lleida)
Variety: Arbequina
Tasting notes – Organic L’Oli EVOO · Cuadrat Valley
Visual phase:
Golden-green color with warm highlights and bright clarity. It has a fluid, elegant density, anticipating a smooth, fresh opening.
Olfactory phase:
Aromatically very fine and harmonious, of medium-high intensity, with great vegetal freshness. Notes of freshly cut grass, green almond, tomato leaf, and artichoke stand out, with a slightly mentholated background that adds complexity and liveliness. The combination is delicate yet structured, a true reflection of Arbequina harvested at its optimum moment.
Gustatory phase:
On the palate it is very balanced, with a smooth, silky opening. The bitterness and pungency are very mild, almost imperceptible, reinforcing its gentle, versatile profile. Flavors appear that confirm what was perceived on the nose: green vegetables, fresh almond, and a subtle balsamic nuance reminiscent of wild mint. Its fluid, rounded texture makes it an EVOO of great elegance.
Aftertaste:
Persistent, clean, and pleasant, with a fresh vegetal and almond-like echo that lingers without overwhelming.
Recommended pairing:
Perfect for enjoying raw: over artisan bread, in delicate salads, with white fish, steamed vegetables, fresh cheeses, or fruits such as avocado. Also ideal for finishing contemporary or Mediterranean-inspired dishes.
Nutritional Information per 100 g:
- Energy Value – 3700kj/900 Kcal
- Fat – 100 g
- Of which saturated – 14 g
- Carbohydrates – 0 g
- of which sugars – 0 g
- Protein – 0 g
- Salt – 0
- Store in a cool place away from light and heat.
- Acidity: 0.11%
Ingredients: Arbequina olives
Shelf life: 18-24 months
Storage conditions: keep away from heat and light
The Estate
Cuadrat Valley is located in the province of Lleida (Spain), between the villages of Albagés and Juncosa, 120 km west of Barcelona. Of its 90 hectares of land, 62 are devoted to olive cultivation, while the rest of the estate is home to native shrubs, groves and woodland, a truffle oak grove, almond trees...
Cuadrat Valley lies at the heart of beautifully preserved nature, shaped by the artful dry-stone construction recognized as UNESCO intangible cultural heritage. The terraces, drinking troughs, and vaulted huts emblematic of the Les Garrigues region surround, shape, and humanize the landscape.
THE ARBEQUINA
Small, round, symmetrical, highly aromatic, and pale green in color, the Arbequina is an olive typical of Catalonia. It is the star of Les Garrigues. Legend has it that it was brought from Palestine in the 18th century by the Duke of Medinaceli, lord of Arbeca and descendant of the powerful Dukes of Cardona. It produces one of the finest oils in the world, guaranteed by the "Les Garrigues" PDO (Protected Designation of Origin).
THE LES GARRIGUES PDO
The Les Garrigues region is one of Catalonia’s oldest olive oil-producing areas. It is no coincidence that it holds Spain’s oldest Protected Designation of Origin for extra virgin olive oil (1975, certified by the European Union in 1996). The terrain and climatic conditions are the strengths of this PDO, which is characterized by low acidity and numerous organoleptic qualities such as a beautiful green color and fruity flavor.