Empeltre Oil
Description
The Empeltre variety is characteristic of the Terra Alta region considered native where it is labeled with Protected Designation of Origin (DOP) of the Terra Alta.
Predominant in Vilalba dels Arcs, with 60-70% of production area, thanks to its geo-climatic conditions. Absorbing the Mediterranean sun, dry and cold winters.
The Empeltre variety is one of the oldest olive trees in Spain. It can reach a large size, although its rooting capacity is low, which requires grafting as the main propagation method. In fact, it seems that its name derives from the Catalan word “empelt” which means graft, since this variety was grafted onto older ones.
Its leaves are dark green and very shiny; its jet black olives. The ripening of its fruits is early, from the first week of November to the first week of December.
Packaging
The Oil
The Empeltre oil has an intense green fruity profile, denoting nuances typical of quality fruits and a clean and well regulated.
ODOR: Easily identifiable secondary aromas, dominated by green notes (grass and olive leaf), as well as nutty connotations.
FLAVOR: Spicy and bitter, with a medium sweetness, which balances the sensations in the mouth. Medium astringency, enhanced by the vegetal sensations it presents.
The Empeltre olive
The olives for empeltre oil are jet black olives. The ripening of its fruits is early, from the first week of November to the first week of December.
Awards
Best oil award – DO TERRA ALTA 2017
Best oil award – DO TERRA ALTA 2018
Best oil award – CDO 2017
Best oil award – CDO 2018
Best oil award – CDO 2019
Best oil award – Prestigio Gold Terra Olivo 2016
Award best oil – LONDON IOOC 2019 Bronze
Award best oil – LONDON IOOC 2020 Gold
