Castillo de Canena Arbequina First Day Harvest Extra Virgin Olive Oil 500g

Castillo de Canena's first-day harvest extra virgin olive oil captures the moment when Arbequina olives reach their peak of ripeness in the foothills of Jaén. Pressed within hours of picking, this single-varietal oil delivers the delicate, buttery character that Arbequina is prized for — grassy and fresh, with hints of green apple and almond. It's the kind of oil that tastes like the harvest itself.

About this product

Produced in Andalusia's olive heartland, this oil is made exclusively from Arbequina olives harvested at their moment of peak flavor. The early-harvest timing preserves the oil's vibrant green color and volatile aromatics that fade as the season progresses. Expect a silky mouthfeel with a gentle peppery finish — the hallmark of a young, carefully made oil.

How to enjoy

• Drizzle over soups, white fish, or raw vegetables just before serving.
• Use as a finishing oil for pasta, risotto, or creamy dishes where its delicate notes won't be overshadowed.
• Pour onto warm bread or alongside a plate of jamón for a simple tapa.
• Whisk into vinaigrette for salads of mild greens or citrus.

Product details

• Net weight: 500g
• Variety: Arbequina
• Harvest: First day of season
• Origin: Jaén, Andalusia, Spain
• Brand: Castillo de Canena
• EAN: 8437005095267
• Storage: Keep in a cool, dark place; use within 12 months of purchase for optimal freshness.

⭐ Why we love this

This is liquid gold from the opening moments of the harvest — Castillo de Canena captures the Arbequina's true character before oxidation dims its delicate aromatics. Early-harvest Arbequina is the signature of Jaén's finest producers, and this oil's silky texture with that gentle peppery finish proves why traditional Spanish cooks prize it for finishing dishes rather than cooking.

🍷 Pairing suggestion

Drizzle over gazpacho or white fish with a crisp Verdejo from Rueda, or use it to finish a plate of creamy burrata and heirloom tomatoes. This oil's buttery, almond-forward notes also shine alongside aged Manchego cheese and quince paste — a classic Spanish pairing that becomes transcendent with this quality.

📍 From Spain

Sourced from Jaén in Andalusia, Spain's olive oil capital and home to over 60 million olive trees. Castillo de Canena's estate in the foothills has been perfecting single-varietal Arbequina since the 1990s, focusing on the brief first-harvest window when the olives are still green and their volatile compounds are at their peak.