Aceite de Oliva Virgen Extra Encinas de Monte Quinto 500ml

Holm oaks of Monte Quinto Picual

17,30 €

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Encinas de Monte Quinto reflects the spirit of authentic early-harvest Picual olive oil in every bottle. Carefully crafted, it stands out for its distinctive personality, balanced intensity, and natural freshness.

Character Half and Fruity Green

Picual with a medium aroma of freshly cut grass, with notes of fig, tomato, and banana peel. Also present are hints of black pepper and aromatic herbs.

On the palate, it's smooth at first, followed by a medium bitterness and spiciness that quickly subside, leaving the palate refreshed. The aftertaste is of green almond and banana peel.

Perfect for intense dishes such as game meats, traditional stews, toasts with aged cheeses, and roasted vegetables, providing an intense and authentic note that conquers discerning palates.

Ficha del Aceite Holm oaks of Monte Quinto Picual

+ Región de Origen: Jaén
+ Campaña de Recolección: 2024/2025
+ Variedad de Aceituna: Picual

Premios y reconocimientos

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The Oil Mill

Vallejo Oil

Aceites Vallejo is a Spanish family business based in Jaén, founded in 1967 by Emilio Vallejo del Pino. Initially dedicated to agricultural operations, the company opened its own olive oil mill in 1981, focusing its activities on the production, packaging, and marketing of extra virgin olive oil.

The company offers a wide range of products, including conventional, early harvest, and organic extra virgin olive oils, as well as virgin and pomace olive oils.

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The variety

Picual

The Picual olive is the most common variety to produce Extra Virgin Olive Oil in the province of Jaén. It represents 80% of the world's olive plantations and is an agricultural treasure that accounts for 20% of the world's olive oil.

This variety, native to the province of Jaén, not only defines the seas of olive trees seen after crossing Despeñaperros, but is also key to the gastronomy, nutrition, and health of the Mediterranean diet.

From Jaén to the plate

Its characteristic teardrop shape and a small peak at its base give this variety of olive its name.

The Picual variety is harvested to obtain the so-called Premium Oils between October and mid-November, from then until December They obtain the Extra Virgins Its secret lies in its unique combination of flavor and health: oils with notes of summer gardens: tomato plant, fig leaf, olive leaf, freshly cut grass, and green pepper.

Its distinctive black pepper aroma hints at the potent character of its flavor. EVOO has a distinct bitterness and spiciness, thanks to the polyphenols it contains, which give it great stability and its healthy properties.

Built-in versatility

It is one of the most versatile varieties we can find. A splash of it on a good vanilla ice cream reveals nuances that other oils hide.In the kitchen, its use can vary from finishing red meats to salads.or more traditionally, toast for breakfast.

Its resistance to water stress and disease also makes it a versatile crop that can be found in a variety of planting environments. Its high antioxidant content helps improve health, prevent aging, and enhance neuronal function.

Climate change and wellness

The vast expanse of Picuales found in Andalusia represents a true green lung in Spain, helping to combat climate change and reduce CO2 emissions.

It's the only ingredient in our cuisine that can boast of being both a millennia-old tradition and a wellness trend. In every drop, we find artisanal wisdom and promises of health for the future.

Sustainable future

Little by little the Picual variety has found its place on the international map,
being increasingly in demand for its great stability, which makes it maintain
its quality qualities for longer and due to its high polyphenol content.

Highly in demand in the Asian market and increasingly in the American market.

With 150,000 tons exported annually, this "green gold" keeps Spain's rural economy alive and tempts palates from Tokyo to New York.

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