About Gate of the Villas

Puerta de las Villas was born from the collective effort of the San Vicente Andalusian Cooperative Society, founded in 1966 in Mogón, Jaén. This cooperative, now comprised of more than 1,300 members, has made its olive oils an international benchmark thanks to its rigorous commitment to excellence and sustainability. Located in the privileged setting of the Cazorla, Segura, and Las Villas Natural Park, its olive groves take advantage of optimal climate and soil conditions to produce exceptional olive oils.

Puerta de las Villas' production is characterized by methods that combine tradition and technological innovation. The olives, primarily of the Picual variety, are harvested early and cold-processed to preserve their intense fruity aromas, their balance of bitterness and spiciness, and their high natural antioxidant content. Furthermore, the cooperative is committed to sustainable practices, using solar energy and recycling waste to minimize its environmental impact, thus ensuring products that are not only delicious but also environmentally friendly.

This focus on quality has been reflected in multiple international awards. Puerta de las Villas has received prestigious prizes such as the Mario Solinas Award from the International Olive Council and has consistently been recognized in the Evooleum Guide as one of the best olive oils in the world. These awards validate the cooperative's philosophy: maintaining the highest quality and offering an exceptional product recognized by experts and consumers worldwide.

Puerta de las Villas olive oils are distinguished by their diversity and superior quality, especially their flagship variety: Temprano Picual Extra Virgin Olive Oil. This EVOO is especially appreciated for its intense green fruitiness, with fresh notes of leaves, tomato, and almond, offering a powerful and balanced flavor, with the characteristic bitter and spicy touch that gourmet oil lovers love.

For those seeking organic and healthy products, Puerta de las Villas offers a line of certified organic olive oil. This oil combines the exceptional quality of its early production with organic, chemical-free farming methods, resulting in an oil of maximum purity and authentic flavor, highly valued by consumers committed to health and sustainability.

In addition to its core varieties, the brand also offers single-varietal Arbequina and Royal oils, each with unique organoleptic profiles. The Arbequina is ideal for those who prefer a softer, more delicate flavor, while the Royal variety, native to the Sierra de Cazorla, offers distinctive green nuances, a slightly sweet flavor, and a moderately spicy finish.

Puerta de las Villas completes its offering with innovative formats such as the Bag-in-Box, which protects the oil from light and air, ensuring freshness and longer shelf life. This format is highly appreciated by families and frequent consumers who seek convenience and quality preservation in their daily cooking.