About Extra Virgen Olive Oils from Jaen

Picual Extra Virgin Olive Oil is one of the great gastronomic treasures of Andalusia, and in particular of the province of Jaén. Known as the world’s olive oil capital, this land offers the ideal conditions to produce a product with a distinct personality and remarkable intensity. Picual is the most widely cultivated variety in the region, renowned for its high content of natural antioxidants and polyphenols, which not only provide character and flavour but also offer numerous health benefits. These qualities are fully expressed in this Extra Virgin Olive Oil from Aceites Supremo, one of the most recognised examples of authentic Jaén Olive Oil.

In producing this Picual Extra Virgin Olive Oil, carefully selected olives are harvested at their optimal ripeness. The early harvest, a hallmark of Aceites Supremo’s quality, ensures a powerful flavour, a robust body, and a perfect balance between bitterness and pungency. From the hand-picking process to cold milling just a few hours later, every step is designed to preserve the freshness and aromatic profile of the fruit.

One of the most distinctive features of Aceites Supremo is its annual Pinta Supremo competition, where emerging artists are chosen to illustrate the label for each season. This fusion of art and gastronomy transforms every bottle into a unique piece that combines the excellence of Jaén Olive Oil with the creative talent of contemporary designers and painters.

This visual identity, combined with the unmistakable quality of Extra Virgin Olive Oil from the Picual variety, makes it the perfect choice for those seeking an ingredient that elevates any dish. From fine dining to everyday home cooking, this oil brings a distinctive touch to both cold and hot recipes. Artisan bread, fresh salads, white fish, or even dark chocolate desserts are perfect pairings to enjoy its aromatic profile.

The Picual Extra Virgin Olive Oil from Aceites Supremo, the brand’s flagship product, deserves a place of honour in the pantry of any premium olive oil lover. A true delight for the senses, representing the very best of Jaén and its olive-growing tradition.

A few years ago, olive trees of the Royal variety were on the verge of disappearing. This is a minor, native variety from the Sierra de Cazorla (Jaén) that presents two challenges: the fruit does not detach easily until it is very ripe, and yields are lower than other varieties. In addition, many trees are centuries old, making mechanised harvesting impossible.

Some bold brands began producing early-harvest, high-end oil from this olive, and today it has become a treasure for the most discerning palates. Aceite Supremo is one of the houses that has championed this rare mountain variety, producing this certified organic, single-varietal extra virgin olive oil.

Supremo Royal de Cazorla (a native and rare variety from Jaén—especially present in the Sierra de Cazorla) stands out for its exclusivity and elegant profile.

Made from olives carefully selected at their optimal ripeness and cold-milled within hours of harvesting, this EVOO offers a distinctive, aromatic flavour with a subtle, balanced expression that elevates everyday cooking without masking ingredients.

If you’re looking for a Royal EVOO with a clear identity and Andalusian origin, this bottling captures the essence of a little-known variety—perfect for those who value extra virgin olive oils with finesse and character.

Supremo Royal — Technical Sheet

• Producer: Aceite Supremo.
• Category: Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO).
• Variety: 100% Royal (single-varietal, native and rare).
• Varietal origin: Jaén (Andalusia, Spain), especially present in the Sierra de Cazorla.
• Production: early harvest (autumn) and cold milling within hours of picking.
• Extraction: mechanical processes only; controlled temperature < 27 °C.
• Harvesting: manual and/or semi-mechanised in traditional groves.
• Sensory profile (summary): gentle, aromatic entry; balanced fruitiness with moderate bitterness and pungency. See tasting notes.
• Edition/production: limited due to the variety’s low prevalence.
• Ingredients: 100% olive juice.
• Allergens: none.
• Packaging: opaque glass, 500 ml.
• Storage: keep in a cool, dark place; close after each use; avoid light and heat.

This is a personal project by Víctor Uceda, who decided to launch a limited production of 2,000 bottles of early-harvest oil featuring his Picuales. This special edition Kikaya is also a charity project that donates part of its profits to the NGO Babies Uganda. The designs on the box and bottle were designed by the children, to whom part of the profits collected from the sale of this edition will go.

Viscount of Almansa: A visionary project

This Coratina is a multi-faceted experience. A personal vision of modernizing a multi-generational tradition. A collaboration with one of the most modern olive oil mills in the province of Jaén. A great deal of artistry by Isabel Cabello to reinterpret Schrödl's original painting that observes this generational change.

Along with Frantoio, Coratina is Italy's most representative variety. One is more potent, the other is more subtle.

The harvest takes place in a modern, converted olive grove near Espeluy, where a variety uncommon in the province of Jaén was chosen.

It is harvested at the veraison stage - or early harvest - and milled and processed at the Oleícola Jaén facilities in Baeza.