Old French Road Picholene Extra Virgin Olive Oil

2025 release · lab verified 2 releases on record

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Verification

Lab verified

EVV viewed results

Best Award

Silver

Olives New Zealand Awards

Phenols

617 mg/kg

EU health-claim level

Freshness

0.1%

PV 2

Picholine High Phenolic Monovarietal

Picholene Extra Virgin Olive Oil from Old French Road Grove in Canterbury, NZ. Flavour notes: green apple, artichoke, peppery finish. Ideal for dressings and bread.

Sensory: Lab Profile

Flavor & Structure

Sensory Profile

Fruitiness 5

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

Bitterness 4.5

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

Pungency 4

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

Polyphenols 7.6

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.

green almond artichoke fresh herbs grass

Measured Sensory analysis from laboratory testing.

Evidence over time