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Olival dos Arrifes Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil

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about the extra virgin olive oil

An intense and complex, certified organic, terroir olive oil from Olival dos Arrifes, at Herdade do Esporão.

The 2023 agricultural year was hot and dry. The winter saw mild temperatures and high levels of rainfall. In the spring, abnormally high temperatures affected the flowering process, resulting in significant production losses. The hot summer and late October humidity forced us to accelerate the harvest to ensure that the olives were picked in optimal sanitary conditions.
Shortly after harvest, the olives are shipped to the Esporão mill in Reguengos de Monsaraz where cold extraction immediately begins at room temperatures no higher than 24ºC (75ºF). The fruit is quickly milled and then run through a heat exchanger to shorten extraction time and preserve the aromas.
A centrifuge mechanically separates the pomace from the oil that is immediately filtered and packaged.
Reguengos de Monsaraz, Alentejo, Portugal
Cobrançosa, Arbequina
Aroma
Fresh cut grass, olive leaf and spices.
Palate
Complex, slightly spicy, bitter, and astringent with a finish of dried nuts and olive leaves.
Pairing
Ideal for fresh pasta, steamed or grilled vegetables, green salads such as arugula and watercress.
Maximum Acidity
0.2%%
Sizes
250 ml · 500 ml
Storage
Keep in a cool place and protected from light.