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Castillo de Canena First Day of Harvest Picual is a limited-edition, premium extra virgin olive oil produced from ‘Picual’ olives harvested on the very first day of the season. This exclusive release marks the beginning of a new harvest each year, with its label uniquely interpreted by a different personality from the worlds of art, science, society, or sport.
This is a cold-extracted olive oil, pressed within just 4 hours of harvesting, ensuring maximum freshness, aromatic intensity, and preservation of its natural qualities.
Encased in a uniquely designed opaque glass bottle, this olive oil displays an intense green color, reflecting its high chlorophyll content (the natural green pigment in plants) and remarkable expressiveness.
On the nose, it reveals a very young and vibrant green fruity profile, with notes of fresh grass, tomato leaves, green apple, and unripe banana peel. On the palate, it maintains the same aromatic intensity and freshness, with herbaceous tones reminiscent of wild greens.
These sensations are complemented by a pleasant, gently perceptible pungency in the throat, evolving into fresh pepper notes, a light bitterness, and subtle astringency reminiscent of nettle. The texture is velvety, with excellent persistence and a well-balanced structure.
This high-quality extra virgin ‘Picual’ olive oil is complex and expressive, with aromas of green fruits, fresh herbs, and vegetables. Its flavor shows a well-integrated, slightly pronounced bitterness, alongside notes of walnuts, pastry, and green apple.
It is ideal for dressing salads, enhancing cold and hot soups, pairing with cured ham and cheeses, or finishing grilled meats.
Acidity: 0.13%. Polyphenols: 611.8 mg/kg.
Nutritional value (per 100 g): 3700 kJ / 900 kcal; fat 100 g, of which saturated 19 g, monounsaturated 69 g, polyunsaturated 12 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.
