{"product_id":"esporao-organic-bio-galega-extra-virgin-olive-oil","title":"Herdade do Esporão  (Galega)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHerdade do Esporão Galega – Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarmonious and complex, \u003cstrong\u003eHerdade do Esporão Galega\u003c\/strong\u003e is a certified organic \u003cstrong\u003emonovarietal\u003c\/strong\u003e extra virgin olive oil made exclusively from the \u003cstrong\u003eGalega olive\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of Portugal’s most traditional and emblematic varieties. It offers an elegant balance between bitterness and spiciness, expressing purity, terroir, and craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOlive Grove\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrganic production, respecting nature, biodiversity, and the natural rhythm of the olive grove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOlive Variety\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Galega\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHarvest\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeather conditions led to unusually early ripening, while abundant rainfall replenished the soil’s water reserves. This resulted in a generous harvest, especially in rainfed groves. The harvest took place between \u003cstrong\u003eOctober and November 2021\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOlive Processing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShortly after harvest, the olives are transported to the Esporão mill in Reguengos de Monsaraz. Cold extraction begins immediately, with temperatures never exceeding \u003cstrong\u003e24°C\u003c\/strong\u003e. The olives are rapidly ground and processed to preserve aromas, then mechanically separated, filtered, and carefully packaged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAroma\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen olive leaf, green coffee beans, cut grass, and green tomatoes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePalate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery harmonious, slightly bitter, with a spiciness that develops gradually and a refined finish with notes of green almonds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePairing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for finishing dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoups and tomato-based dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh tomato salads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePesto and light Mediterranean recipes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum acidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.2%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500 ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep in a cool place and protected from light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Herdade do Esporão","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47865191235922,"sku":"1035","price":19.19,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0774\/4202\/3762\/files\/OliveOil_Esporao_ExtraVirgin_Galega.png?v=1711542366","url":"https:\/\/portugalitooted.ee\/en\/products\/esporao-organic-bio-galega-extra-virgin-olive-oil","provider":"Portuguese Products","version":"1.0","type":"link"}