Experimental phase: initial rating derived from official awards and critic reviews
Olive Japan - Gold
2013
Oro del Desierto - Picual is a premium extra virgin olive oil produced by Rafael Alonso Aguilera under the brand Oro del Desierto. This olive oil is made from Picual olives, a variety known for its robust flavor profile and high polyphenol content.
The olives are grown organically in the Tabernas Desert, contributing to the unique characteristics of the oil. The production process involves meticulous care, from hand-picking the olives to cold-pressing them within hours of harvest to preserve their natural qualities.
Rafael Alonso Aguilera is the producer behind Oro del Desierto, a high-quality olive oil brand from Tabernas, Almería in Spain. The company specializes in organic extra virgin olive oils, employing sustainable farming practices. The olive groves are located in the desert environment of Tabernas, which has unique climatic conditions that contribute to the distinctive characteristics of the olive oil.