Verde Valley Location
Verde Valley Location
375 ml Picual Ultra-Premium Olive Oil
$23.00
Country of Origin: Portugal
Crush Date: October 2025
Intensity: Medium–Robust
Smoke Point: 406°F
Bold yet beautifully balanced, our Ultra-Premium Portuguese Picual Extra Virgin Olive Oil delivers exceptional freshness, outstanding stability, and vibrant flavor. Known for its resilience and high oleic acid content, Picual is a favorite among chefs and olive oil connoisseurs alike.
The 2025 Portuguese Picual opens with notes of unripe stone fruit and a delicate floral center, followed by a classic tomato leaf finish and a lingering, pleasant pungency. Its medium-robust intensity offers complexity without overwhelming the palate.
Organoleptic Taste Panel Assessment:
Fruitiness: 6.7
Bitterness: 4.2
Pungency: 5.0
Our partner producer, SAOV in Portugal, employs an advanced high-vacuum malaxation process, removing oxygen during the most oxidation-prone stage of production. This cutting-edge technique:
Preserves phenolic content
Protects flavor and aroma
Maintains superior chemical integrity
Reduces oxidation markers for longer freshness
The result is a powerfully fresh, antioxidant-rich olive oil with remarkable stability and depth.
Biophenols: 435 ppm
Oleic Acid: 77.16%
DAGs: 98.01
Squalene: 7,500 mg/kg
Free Fatty Acids (FFA): 0.12
Peroxide Value: 3.5
PPP: <0.1
Alpha-Tocopherols (Vitamin E): 278 mg/kg
These values reflect exceptional freshness, oxidative stability, and nutritional quality, placing this Picual firmly in the ultra-premium category.
With its medium-robust profile and high smoke point, this Picual excels in both finishing and high-heat cooking:
Grilling and pan-searing meats
Roasting vegetables and potatoes
Sautéing onions, garlic, and greens
Finishing soups, stews, and legumes
Everyday cooking where flavor and stability matter
Picual’s structure allows it to hold up beautifully under heat without losing character.
This Picual pairs exceptionally well with savory and robust dishes:
Proteins
Grilled steak or lamb
Roasted chicken or turkey
Pork loin or chops
Vegetables & Sides
Tomatoes and tomato-based dishes
Roasted peppers
Eggplant and zucchini
Lentils and chickpeas
Bread & Simple Pairings
Rustic bread with sea salt
Bruschetta or tomato toast
Perfect Balsamic Pairings
Traditional Dark Balsamic
Fig Dark Balsamic
Blackberry or Dark Cherry Balsamic
For finishing: Drizzle over warm dishes just before serving to highlight tomato leaf and floral notes
For cooking: Use confidently for roasting, grilling, and sautéing
For tasting: Enjoy with crusty bread to experience its full complexity and pungency
With high oleic acid, elevated polyphenols, and abundant natural antioxidants, Picual is widely recognized for supporting heart-healthy cooking, inflammation reduction, and vibrant living—one meal at a time.
Structured. Fresh Harvest. Technically Crafted.
Discover the depth, stability, and unmistakable character of our Ultra-Premium Portuguese Picual Extra Virgin Olive Oil, where advanced production meets bold, expressive flavor.
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