Takao Nouen Olive Hatake Mission 100% EVOO

Grown on Shodoshima island in Kagawa Prefecture, this extra virgin olive oil comes from Mission olives harvested by the Takao family, who reclaimed the hillside groves from scrubland starting in 2006. The oil is produced to international standards at their farm, Takao Nouen, where the family oversees every step from cultivation to cold extraction. Expect a clean, green profile with moderate bitterness and peppery finish, suited to grilled fish, tofu dishes and simple salads.