Olivar Santamaria Premium Picual Extra Virgin Olive Oil - Spain

Olivar Santamaria's 100% Picual Extra Virgin Olive Oil is first cold-pressed to deliver exceptional flavor in a premium family-sized offering. Robust and rich, our "Premium" extra virgin olive oil boasts a high polyphenol count, making it a favorite among chefs for high-heat cooking thanks to its smoke point of over 500°F. The medium intensity of this exceptional olive oil allows the diverse flavors of different ingredients to shine through with every bite.

Olivar Santamaria is dedicated to producing single-variety extra virgin olive oil exclusively in Andalusia, Spain, without blending different olive varieties or olives from different "Lots." Each bottle you purchase lists all the production Lots, with each Lot possessing its own unique organoleptic qualities.

This PREMIUM EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL from Olivar Santamaria is first cold-pressed to ensure exceptional flavor in a premium family size.

The NUTRITIONAL ATTRIBUTES of this olive oil include low acidity (0.17% vs. <0.80%), as well as a high concentration of beneficial polyphenols such as Oleuropein, Oleocanthal, Hydroxytyrosol, Tyrosol, and the organic compound Squalene.

The INTENSITY of this olive oil is medium to mild, making it versatile for a variety of culinary applications.

RECOMMENDED USES include salad dressings, finishing dishes, cooking, and frying, thanks to the HIGH SMOKE POINT of over 500°F.

The TASTING NOTES include artichoke, almond, flowers, spice, tomato, and red pepper, creating a complex and balanced flavor profile.

Olivar Santamaria's EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL has become a favorite among chefs for its QUALITY, MEDIUM INTENSITY, and ability to allow other ingredients' flavors to shine through, even during HIGH-HEAT COOKING.

In recognition of its exceptional quality, Olivar Santamaria has been AWARDED GOLD in 2014 and 2019 at the prestigious NYIOOC awards. Additionally, in 2018, the company was awarded the SILVER MEDAL at the NYIOOC awards.

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