Alcalá la Real, located in the southwestern tip of Jaén province, is a town rich in history and culture, also renowned for its outstanding extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) production. Surrounded by vast olive groves and situated at an average altitude of over 900 meters, the area provides ideal conditions for olive cultivation.
The Picual variety dominates the region, though other varieties such as Hojiblanca are also present, offering a diversity of sensory profiles. EVOOs from Alcalá la Real are recognized for their intensity, freshness, and excellent balance, achieved through careful harvesting and a modern, quality-focused production process.
In this section, we present a curated selection of oils produced in Alcalá la Real, crafted by local mills and cooperatives that combine tradition, innovation, and a commitment to excellence. An authentic taste of extra virgin olive oil from the Sierra Sur of Jaén.