Cuadrat Valley Fontfleurie Extra Virgin Olive Oil (2L BIB) - 100% Arbequina

Arbequina variety:

Arbequina, a traditional Spanish olive variety, ranks as the second most popular variety in Spain in terms of crop area. The olive oil derived from Arbequina boasts aromatic, sweet, and fruity notes, accompanied by a subtle bitterness. Common aromas associated with this variety include green grass, tomato, apple, banana, and ripe fruit. Generally, oils produced from Arbequina olives exhibit low oxidation resistance. To address this, producers frequently blend Arbequina olive oil with other varieties to enhance overall stability in terms of aroma, body, and resistance to oxidation.

About Cuadrat Valley:

The story of Cuadrat Valley is deeply connected to the rich heritage of Catalonia. In the late 1930s, Sebastià Cuadrat Realp had to leave his homeland due to the Spanish Civil War, saying goodbye to his grandmother’s beloved olive grove in L'Albagés and starting a new life in Bordeaux. Years later, his granddaughter, Evelyne Cuadrat Teycheney, saw a heartfelt opportunity to reconnect with her family’s origins when an olive grove in L'Albagés became available.

With the support of her husband, Patrick, their daughter, Caroline, and her cousin, the esteemed architect Josep-Maria Cuadrat Alventosa, Evelyne set out to revive her family’s olive-growing tradition. Together, they created a visionary estate, equipping their oil mill with cutting-edge technology to craft exceptional extra virgin olive oil.

In 2014, their passion and commitment led them to expand further, acquiring 90 hectares of land to cultivate sustainably, blending tradition with innovation. Today, they continue to produce PDO Les Garrigues Extra Virgin Olive Oil with the utmost dedication. Their exquisite Arbequina EVOO is a true reflection of their family's legacy—an oil that is not only unique but also a tribute to generations of hard work, love, and excellence.

ElOlivo Review:

This is a really lovely olive oil for everyday use. As soon as you open the bottle, you'll notice fresh aromas of green grass, tomato, and banana.

It tastes just as good as it smells, with soft tomato and banana flavours, a little hint of almond, a touch of pepperiness, and almost no bitterness.

It's one of those olive oils you can use every day. Drizzle it over salads, pasta, vegetables, or use it for cooking. It's mild, so it won't overpower your food - it just makes everything taste better.

It's also great value for the quality, so don't be afraid to use it generously. Enjoy!