Oruaiti River Olives Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Oruaiti River Olives Extra Virgin Olive Oil

2026 release 3 releases on record

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Frantoio NZ J5 Shapeshifter

Oruaiti River Olives Extra Virgin Olive Oil is a Tuscan blend sourced from Mangonui, Northland. Made from Frantoio, NZ J5, and Leccino olives, harvested early in the season and locally pressed to preserve their vibrant qualities. This oil features herbaceous and buttery notes with a spicy peppery finish. Recognised for its excellence, it secured a gold medal at the 2024 Oliveti Northland Olive Oil awards and was named Best of Show in 2022. This award-winning olive oil exemplifies the exceptional quality of Northland-grown olives.

Sensory: Lab Profile

Flavor & Structure

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 3.9

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

Polyphenols 6.6

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.

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Estimated Based on profiles for: Frantoio, NZ J5 .

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