Oro Bailén BIO Organic Picual - New Harvest 24/25

Cultivar: Monovarietal 100% Picual

Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil from Andalucia, Spain. 500 mls.

Profile: Oro Bailen's organic 'BIO' picual is the flagship new season premium extra virgin olive oil from this highly awarded olive oil producer, (99 points score in Flos Olei, the international olive oil guide for 2022) from Jaen, Andalucia.

With a very high polyphenol level of 545 and a low acidity (0.13%), this organic picual is a super healthy addition to your pantry. Typically produced in October during the first 2 weeks of harvest, and cold-extracted within 2 hours and filtered to preserve its taste and quality throughout its shelf life.

Presented in a dreamy white bottle that also looks beautiful gracing any dining table.

Note: Produced without pesticides or chemicals; sustainable production methods support biodiversity and soil conservation. 

Analysis:
Acidity: 0.13%
Polyphenols: 545 mg/kg
Peroxide Value: 4.8 mEq O2/kg
K232: 1.70
K270: 0.15

Harvest time: October
Preserved under nitrogen until bottling.

Tasting notes: Mild to Medium fruitiness. Elegant and complex with fruity aromas and a spicy finish. Fresh and characterful. A big mouthful of flavour, with a long grassy, peppery aftertaste. Its nutty notes transform into the perfect degree of bitterness.

Food pairings: Try as a garnish over every dish to lift flavours - and of course over salads and in dressings. Pairs well with roasted/grilled meats and vegetables, seafood, soups, pizzas and cheeses. Ideal as a dip and for marinades.

Selected awards:
Great Taste Award - 2023 
Platinum -  London International Olive Oil Competition 2022
Extra Gold Medal, BIOL 2022 (the international awards for organic extra virgin olive oils)

From the producers:
"Oro Bailén is a prestigious Spanish extra virgin olive oil producer based in Villanueva de Andújar, Jaén, Andalusia. Founded by the Gálvez-González family, the company is known for its commitment to quality, tradition, and innovation in olive oil production.

The company is one of the world's most awarded olive oil producers with a score of 99 points in the 2023 edition of Flos Olei, the prestigious international olive oil guide. 

Their oils are made from carefully selected olives, harvested early in the season to ensure maximum freshness and complexity of flavour. The EVOOs are primarily from the picual and arbequina olive varieties, with the picual being particularly renowned for its intense fruitiness, balanced bitterness, and spiciness. The arbequina variety, on the other hand, offers a smoother and more delicate profile.

Oro Bailén has won numerous prestigious awards worldwide, including Gold Medals at the NYIOOC (New York International Olive Oil Competition) and Olive Japan, solidifying its reputation as a leader in the industry. The company prioritizes sustainability, using innovative techniques that enhance production without harming the environment."