Organic Picual Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Oleum Alcazaba
Traditionally made from a carefully selected harvest of lucio olives (100%). They are 100% organic, with a distinguished fragrance and a genuine sensation on the palate.
Tasting Notes for 100% Organic Picual EVOO
Intense green in color with golden highlights, this extra virgin olive oil offers a powerful yet balanced aromatic profile on the nose, with clear herbaceous notes of green leaf and freshly cut grass, accompanied by fruity nuances reminiscent of green apple and banana.
On the palate, it opens with a robust, structured entry, highlighting intense yet harmonious bitterness and pungency, typical characteristics of the Picual variety. Its aftertaste is long and persistent, leaving a fresh, slightly almond-like sensation that invites you to enjoy every drop.
This organic EVOO is ideal for enhancing raw dishes and for cooking, bringing character and depth to the most demanding culinary preparations.
Technical details:
Producer: Oleum Alcazaba
Origin: Alhaurín de la Torre, Málaga.
Variety: 100% Picual
From traditionally cultivated, rain-fed olive groves.
Extraction system:| Made by cold mechanical processes from the first extraction.
Storage conditions: It is recommended to always keep it protected from light to slow oxidation.
Best before: 18 months from packaging.
Acidity: 0.2º
Allergens: contains none.
Pairing: The ideal companion for enhancing salads, vegetables, sauces, and vinaigrettes served raw. (perfect for emulsified sauces) It is also completely surprising for making desserts and sweets such as brownies.
Nutritional Information per 100 g:
- Energy Value: 3700kj/900 Kcal
- Fat: 100 g
- of which saturated: 12 g
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- of which sugars: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Salt: 0 g
- Vitamin E: 20 mg*(200ÍR)
What is the Picual olive variety like?
The Picual olive is the most widely cultivated variety in Spain and one of the most recognized worldwide for its exceptional quality in producing extra virgin olive oil. It is characterized by its oval shape and medium to large size, with a color that ranges from intense green to black when ripe.
The oil obtained from the Picual variety stands out for its high oxidative stability thanks to its high content of polyphenols and natural antioxidants. Sensorially, it offers a robust and balanced profile, with herbaceous and fruity notes reminiscent of green leaf, tomato, and banana, together with a characteristic pungency and bitterness that add complexity and personality to the oil.
The Picual tree is hardy and well adapted to different climates, especially warm and dry conditions, which facilitates its extensive and sustainable cultivation.