Producer: Finca Durenas Olive Grove and Mill, Serrano-Lopez family
The olive mill located in the middle of the Serrano-Lopez- owned olive groves, in Cordoba, Spain ensures that the olives go from tree to pressing within hours of hand-harvesting. The estate is located in the Guadalquivir river valley, where the best olive oils have been produced for more than 2.000 years. This area has the best weather and geographical conditions for producing excellent olive oil.
Organic farming principles are strictly observed, and the special timing of the harvest, earlier than normal for the area and termed, “Everno,” when the olives are just turning from green to purple, ensure an oil that’s fresh with maximum flavor.Area: Cordoba, Spain
Olive(s): 100% Arbequina
Harvest: First week of October
Harvest Method: Hand-picked
Extraction Method: Cold press by modern mill within the first few hours of harvesting.
Color Notes: Golden yellow
Tasting Notes: Intense fruity flavor with the aromas of apple and banana, and undertone of almond, with a typical peppery finish.
