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Castillo de Canena “Amontillado” – an exceptional gourmet olive oil where the freshness of early-harvest ‘Arbequina’ meets the deep and complex character of aged Amontillado sherry (Jerez).
This is a premium extra virgin olive oil, cold-extracted from ‘Arbequina’ olives and refined in Amontillado sherry casks that are more than half a century old. For this unique creation, an American oak barrel from the Amontillado solera of one of Spain’s most renowned producers, Lustau, was selected. Inside these casks, the oil absorbs the complex aromas left in the wood by long-aged wine, creating a remarkable fusion of two outstanding gastronomic worlds – extra virgin olive oil and sherry wines.
This oil stands out not only for its production method but also for its distinctive profile, where the softness of the ‘Arbequina’ variety gains additional depth, structure, and expression. “Amontillado” opens up a new gastronomic experience – subtle yet multilayered, suitable for both classic and creative cuisine.
On the nose, it reveals notes of toasted nuts, noble woods, ripe fruit, and mushrooms, accompanied by the characteristic saline and aged nuances of Amontillado wine. On the palate, the oil remains elegant and harmonious, while the influence of the sherry cask expands its presence and creates a long, refined finish.
Thanks to its complex and expressive profile, this olive oil pairs beautifully with roasted or baked fish, poultry, pork, mushrooms and porcini, beef carpaccio, shrimp or tuna tartare, grilled foie gras, pâtés, meat pies, cured fish, roe, shellfish, oysters, and other seafood. It also creates a surprisingly excellent pairing with dark chocolate and nuts.
Acidity: 0.11°.
Nutritional value (per 100 g): 3700 kJ / 900 kcal; fat 100 g, of which saturated fatty acids 20 g, monounsaturated fatty acids 66 g, polyunsaturated fatty acids 14 g; carbohydrates 0 g, of which sugars 0 g; fiber 0 g; protein 0 g; salt 0 g.
Store in a cool, dry place. Protect from direct sunlight and heat.
Castillo de Canena is a family-owned olive oil estate that has been operating in the Andalusia region of southern Spain since 1780. This estate has become one of the finest examples of mastery in olive oil production, preserving centuries-old traditions while embracing cutting-edge technologies.
The journey of Castillo de Canena begins with the careful selection of land for olive groves and continues through every stage of production – from tree cultivation to bottling. At each step, the Vañó family works with dedication to create exceptional quality extra virgin olive oil.
Their commitment to quality has not gone unnoticed – the world’s most prestigious olive oil guide, Flos Olei, has for several years awarded their Extra Virgin Family Reserve oil the highest score – 100 points, recognizing it as one of the finest oils in the world.
Alongside this flagship oil, other standout products from the estate include:
First Early Royal – a subtle and rare oil made from early-harvested 'Royal' variety olives,
and First Day of Harvest – a festive limited-edition oil celebrating the very first day of harvest.
These oils consistently rank among the best in the world, reflecting Castillo de Canena’s dedication to quality, innovation, and sustainable farming.
