Organic Bright and Peppery Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Cold Pressed * Spanish Picual Olives * Rich in Polyphenols La Tourangelle Extra Virgin Olive Oil is cold pressed from olives that are harvested early in the season in Andalucia, Spain. Processing shortly after harvest preserves the naturally high antioxidant levels and yields a well-balanced, extra fresh oil, that is bright, peppery, and ideal for daily cooking. Our Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil comes from Puente de Genave, a region within the Natural Park of the Sierra de Segura in Spain. The olive oil is often called "mountain olive oil." Because the trees are in a somewhat stressed environment, they develop higher levels of antioxidants. This olive varietal has a high oleic acid content. Both high antioxidant and high oleic count make for a very stable and healthy olive oil. Organic agriculture in a natural park helps ensure a clean olive oil free of typical contaminants found in more intensive style agriculture. Last but not least, the oil comes from trees that are owned by many families that are organized as a co-op. The co-op ensures that the profit from the olives goes back to local families of the region. Cooking Temperature: Medium-High Cooking Uses: Sauteing, baking, finishing, marinades Flavor: Bold, flavor enhancing finishing oil Recipe Ideas: Chioggia & Roasted Fennel Salad Olive Oil Cake with Yogurt and Honey Homemade Pizza Apple Spiced Cake Jammy Eggs with Creamy Feta Citrus Carpaccio Articles: 8 Best Oils for Hair Health 6 Best Oils for the Keto Diet Best Finishing Oils What Are the Healthiest Oils to Cook With? Recipe Ideas For Your Next Picnic