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Esporão Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Name: Esporão Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Brand: esporão

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Esporão Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil, from Alentejo, Portugal, is a blend of Blanqueta, Arbequina, Cobrançosa, Cordovil and Picual olives. It offers a complex aroma with notes of green grass, green apple, tomato, arugula, artichoke, and banana peel, followed by a bitter and spicy palate. Cold-extracted at temperatures below 24°C, this certified organic oil is ideal for finishing dishes, soups, and salads, or for making pesto. With a maximum acidity of 0.2%, it delivers a harmonious and persistent finish.

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Dry Farmed

Estimated Flavor Profile

Sensory Profile

Fruitiness 4.7

Fruitiness refers to the aroma and taste of fresh, ripe or green olives in the oil.

Bitterness 3.7

Bitterness is a positive sensory attribute of an EVOO. It can also signal the presence of phenolic compounds, which have antioxidant properties.

Pungency 4.2

Pungency is the pleasant peppery or spicy sensation experienced at the back of the throat when tasting olive oil.

Polyphenols 7.5

Polyphenols are compounds found in plant-based foods, such as fruits, vegetables, herbs, tea, dark chocolate and EVOO. They act as antioxidants and protect you from cellular damage and decreases your risk of issues like cancer, diabetes, and heart disease.

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Estimated Based on profiles for: Blanqueta, Arbequina, Cobrançosa, Cordovil, Picual .