Barrocal Organic Bical & Galega is a well-balanced extra virgin olive oil from the Alentejo region of Portugal, crafted from a blend of Bical olives from Reguengos and the traditional Galega variety. The olives are harvested using traditional methods - Galega olives are hand-picked using the classic stick technique, while Bical olives are collected through a vibrating process. This estate has been producing olive oil for 150 years across 780 hectares of land characterised by unique granite outcrops. The result is a fruity, fresh and smooth olive oil that showcases the best of both varieties.



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Barrocal was established in 1824.
Oil Character
Sense of place
The oil is listed as coming from a single estate in Monsaraz, Alentejo, Portugal, giving it a specific farm origin.
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How it was made
The olives are listed as being harvested manually.
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Blend
The latest release lists Bical, Galega.
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Growing choices
The oil records certification to an organic production standard.
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