Castillo de Canena Picual Extra Virgin Olive Oil – Biodynamic 500g

Castillo de Canena's Picual from the heart of Jaén province is a benchmark for what biodynamic Spanish olive oil can achieve. This 500-millilitre bottle holds oil pressed from Picual olives grown and harvested under rigorous biodynamic principles—a commitment that goes beyond organic to honor soil health and lunar cycles. The result is a robust, peppery oil with a grassy backbone and a clean, lingering finish.

About this product

Picual olives produce naturally stable oil with a higher polyphenol content than most varieties. Castillo de Canena's biodynamic approach means no synthetic inputs, no shortcuts. The oil arrives in dark glass to preserve its character. Use it where its assertiveness shines: drizzled over soups, finishing grilled vegetables, or coating bread for the most humble pan con tomate.

How to enjoy

• Finish a bowl of white beans or lentil soup with a generous pour
• Dress grilled asparagus or charred peppers while still warm
• Dunk thick bread, or use as the base for a simple green salad
• Pair with cured meats and hard cheese on a board

Product details

• Net weight: 500g
• Origin: Jaén, Spain
• Brand: Castillo de Canena
• EAN: 8437005095526
• Certification: Biodynamic (Demeter)
• Storage: Keep in a cool, dark place away from direct light and heat

⭐ Why we love this

Castillo de Canena represents the pinnacle of Spanish olive oil craftsmanship—a Picual that honors centuries of Andalusian tradition while pushing into biodynamic territory that few producers dare venture. This is oil with conviction: peppery, grassy, unapologetically assertive, exactly as a true Picual should be.

🍷 Pairing suggestion

Drizzle over creamy white bean soup or a bowl of gazpacho just before serving; the peppery bite cuts through richness beautifully. For wine, pair with a crisp Fino sherry or a minerally white from Riojas—both complement the oil's herbaceous depth without competing.

📍 From Spain

Grown in Jaén, the heart of Andalusia's olive belt, where Picual olives have thrived for generations in limestone-rich soil. Castillo de Canena's biodynamic certification (Demeter) reflects a deep commitment to preserving the terroir and ecosystems of this storied region, making each bottle a genuine expression of place.