Soto Marañon Carrasqueño 500ml
Extra Virgin Olive Oil Carrasqueño
Carrasqueño extra virgin olive oil is a gem of the traditional Andalusian olive groves. Mainly cultivated in areas of Córdoba and Jaén, this minority variety stands out for its rusticity, adaptability, and a unique organoleptic profile. Its name refers to its strength and resilience, like the holm oak (carrasca), a symbol of toughness in the Mediterranean landscape.
Main Characteristics of Carrasqueño
The Carrasqueño olive tree is vigorous, well-suited to drylands and extreme climates. Its fruit is medium-sized and late-ripening, with a medium oil yield and excellent oxidative stability. It is grown in traditional groves, with manual or semi-mechanized harvesting, emphasizing its artisanal and authentic character.
Sensory Profile of Carrasqueño Oil
Carrasqueño EVOO offers a medium green olive fruitiness, with aromas reminiscent of olive leaf, green almond, and fresh vegetables. On the palate, it is balanced, slightly bitter, with moderate pungency, leaving a clean and persistent sensation. It is an oil with personality, perfect for those who want to explore distinctive flavors.
Recommended Culinary Uses
Due to its versatility, Carrasqueño oil can be used both raw and in cooking. It adds character to toast, cured cheeses, traditional stews, and roasted vegetables. It also works well in dressings or as a finishing touch on soups, white meats, and legume dishes.
Presence and Production
The Carrasqueño variety occupies a small portion of Spanish olive groves, mainly concentrated in the Sierra de Montoro-Cardeña (Córdoba) and neighboring areas of Jaén. It represents less than 0.5% of the national olive groves and its cultivation is maintained thanks to the efforts of local cooperatives and family mills committed to preserving traditional varieties.
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