New Harvest Extra Virgin Olive Oils

Arbequina Extra Virgin Olive Oil - Portugal
Arbequina Extra Virgin Olive Oil - Portugal

Arbequina Extra Virgin Olive Oil - Portugal

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Arbequina Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Harvest: 2024

Country / Region: Portugal

Intensity: Medium - Robust

Description: A very popular Spanish varietal which gets its name from the village of Arbeca, in Catalonia (Lleida) Spain. It is a widespread varietal which is now doing very well in many olive growing regions in both hemispheres. The Arbequina is desired for its signature smooth fruitiness, and its fresh and mild profile. It is a delightfully fresh and versatile olive oil. One of our most popular oils!

Our partner producer (SAOV) in Portugal is using a high vacuum during malaxation to remove all of the oxygen in this processing stage where the oil spends the most time and is most prone to oxidation. This cutting edge and very technical method preserves the phenolic content, the overall chemistry plus the flavor characteristics while reducing other oxidation markers.

Tasting Profile / Serving Suggestions: This year’s “Early Harvest” of the Arbequina comes to us from Portugal and has been selected due to its well-balanced green and vegetal flavour profile. Displaying more character and a bigger mouth than other examples of this varietal, it displays a fruity nose with notes of banana, a creamy center and nutmeg on the finish. Well balanced with a pleasing mouth-feel and a lingering pepperiness. A versatile olive oil for all types of dishes.

Our partner producer (SAOV) in Portugal is using a high vacuum during malaxation to remove all of the oxygen in this processing stage where the oil spends the most time and is most prone to oxidation. This cutting edge and very technical method preserves the phenolic content, the overall chemistry plus the flavor characteristics while reducing other oxidation markers.

 

Chemical Analysis at time of crush:

Free Fatty Acids (FFA): 0.13%
Peroxides: 3.39 mEqO2/kg
Oleic Acid: 73.17
BIOphenols: 234.28 mg caffeic acid/kg
DAG: 94.8
PPP: < 0.6
Squalene: 2891.6 ppm
a-Tocopherols: 344.8 ppm
Smoke Point: 380 °F  / 193 °C
Harvest / Crush Date: 2023 November

Sensory Evaluation:
Fruitiness: 5.3
Bitterness: 3.0
Pungency: 3.0

Certifications:
Ultra Premium
Non GMO Project Verified

Size: 200ml / 375ml / 750ml

Packaging: Elegantly presented in a dark glass bottle to help prevent exposure to harmful UV light.

NOTE: We bottle only upon receipt of your online order, or in front of you in-store.

Price: $22.95