Regios Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Picual, Early Harvest 2023/24

Nestled in the heart of Andalucía, the largest olive oil-producing region in Spain, lies the Laguna family's olive grove. This family-owned enterprise, steeped in Mediterranean olive-growing traditions, has honed its techniques over generations to create what is widely regarded as some of the world's finest extra virgin olive oil (EVOO).

The Regios Picual, the family's signature offering, is made exclusively from the revered picual olive variety. A legend in Spain and beyond, the picual olive is prized for its bold, unique flavor profile, featuring notes of fresh grass, olive leaf, and almond.

To ensure the exceptional grassy, robust character of the Regios Picual, the Laguna family harvests the olives between mid-October and early November – a critical window for maximizing the oil's polyphenol content and organoleptic attributes. The olives are hand-harvested and then swiftly transported to the mill, where they are pressed and malaxed (churned) at a carefully controlled temperature of 28°C for under an hour.

This meticulous attention to detail, blending traditional methods with modern techniques, is what allows the Laguna family to consistently produce a truly exceptional EVOO. Spain, as the world's largest producer of EVOO, has long been at the forefront of olive oil research and innovation, and the Laguna family's efforts are a testament to this rich heritage.

The Regios Picual is versatile in the kitchen, pairing beautifully with heartier, meatier dishes. Its grassy, robust character complements and balances flavors in preparations such as steak with fresh herbs and spices, or heartier vegetable dishes featuring ingredients like asparagus, kale, and arugula.

In 2020, the Laguna family's Hojblanca-Picual blend was awarded the highest honors, solidifying their reputation as producers of world-class EVOO. Regios Picual, hailing from the family's award-winning farm, captures the essence of the Andalucían terroir and the Laguna family's unwavering commitment to quality and tradition.

Whether drizzled over a dish or used as a dipping oil, the Regios Picual extra virgin olive oil is a testament to the power of early harvest, high-polyphenol EVOO. Experience the vibrant flavors and health benefits of this artisanal Spanish oil, crafted with passion and expertise by the Laguna family.

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