Description
THE HARVEST IN CUADRAT VALLEY
The oils come from the same olive variety, the Arbequina, grown in the family-run Cuadrat Valley olive grove. All are "Extra Virgin DOP Les Garrigues." The different harvest periods of our olives result in a difference in the ripeness of the fruit and the fruitiness of the oil, which is expressed in our four varieties or selections.
They all offer the fiery fruitiness of fresh olives, with green aromas of grass and artichoke, interspersed with subtle notes of almonds and fresh apples. They also contain all the essential nutrients: fatty acids (protection against vascular disease), aromatic molecules (antioxidants), and vitamins A and E.
Data sheet:
Producer: Cuadrat Valley
Origin: L'Albagès (Lleida)
Variety: Arbequina
Tasting note – Organic L'Oli EVOO · Cuadrat Valley
Visual phase:
Color golden green With warm reflections and brilliant clarity, it presents a fluid and elegant density, anticipating a soft and fresh entrance.
Olfactory phase:
Aromatically very fine and harmonious, medium-high intensity, with great vegetal freshness. Notes of freshly cut grass, green almond, tomato leaf y artichoke, with a slightly background mentholated which gives it complexity and vivacity. The combination is delicate yet structured, a true reflection of an Arbequina harvested at its peak.
Gustatory phase:
In the mouth it shows very balanced, with a smooth and silky entrance. The bitterness and spiciness are very mild, almost imperceptible, which reinforces its friendly and versatile profile. Flavors appear that confirm what is perceived on the nose: green vegetables, fresh almonds, and a subtle balsamic nuance reminiscent of wild mintIts fluid and round texture makes it an EVOO of great elegance.
Aftertaste:
Persistent, clean and pleasant, with a fresh, almondy vegetal echo that remains unsaturated.
Recommended pairing:
Perfect for eating raw: on artisan bread, in delicate salads, with white fish, steamed vegetables, fresh cheeses, or fruits like avocado. It's also ideal for finishing contemporary or Mediterranean-inspired dishes.
Nutritional Information per 100 g:
- Energy Value - 3700kj / 900 Kcal
- Fat - 100 g
- Of which saturated - 14 g
- Carbohydrates - 0 g
- of which sugars - 0 g
- Proteins - 0 g
- Salt - 0
- Store in a cool place away from light and heat.
- Acidity: 0,11%
Ingredients: Arbequina olives
Conservation time: 18-24 months
Storage conditions: Keep away from heat and light
La Finca
Cuadrat Valley is located in the province of Lleida (Spain), between the towns of Albagés and Juncosa, 120 km west of Barcelona. Of the 90 hectares of land, 62 are dedicated to olive cultivation, while the rest of the property is home to native shrubs, groves and forests, a truffle oak grove, and almond trees.
Cuadrat Valley is located in the heart of splendidly preserved nature, shaped by artistic dry-stone construction, a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage site. The terraces, watering holes, and vaulted huts emblematic of the Les Garrigues region envelop, shape, and humanize the landscape.
THE ARBEQUINA
Small, round, symmetrical, very aromatic, and pale green, the Arbequina olive is a typical Catalan olive. It is the star of Les Garrigues. Legend has it that it was brought from Palestine in the 18th century by the Duke of Medinaceli, lord of Arbeca and descendant of the powerful Dukes of Cardona. It produces one of the finest olive oils in the world, guaranteed by the Les Garrigues PDO (Protected Designation of Origin).
THE LES GARRIGUES PDO
The Les Garrigues region is one of the Catalan regions with the oldest olive oil production. It's no coincidence that it boasts the oldest Protected Designation of Origin for extra virgin olive oil in Spain (1975 and certified by the European Union in 1996). The terrain and climatic conditions are the advantages of this PDO, which is characterized by low acidity and numerous organoleptic qualities such as a beautiful green color and a fruity flavor.
Israel Romero -
Its fluid and round texture makes it an EVOO of great elegance, smooth and with little aftertaste.