Cuac Picual Extra Virgin Olive Oil – Organic Early Harvest 500g

Cuac's Picual olive oil is a single-varietal expression of one of Spain's most characterful olives. Harvested early in the season from organic groves, this oil captures the grassy, herbaceous notes that define Picual at its peak — peppery finish, pronounced bitterness, and a green-fruit intensity that demands good bread or a drizzle over soup.

Early-harvest Picual oils are leaner and more volatile than their late-season cousins; they shine in raw applications and with delicate dishes where a robust olive oil might overwhelm. The organic certification reflects careful stewardship of the land, without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers.

How to enjoy

• Drizzle over tomato soup or white bean soup just before serving.
• Finish a plate of grilled white fish or seafood with a small pour.
• Use as a dipping oil for warm, crusty bread with sea salt.
• Toss through bitter greens — rocket, radicchio, endive — where the peppery edge complements the bite.

Product details

• Net weight: 500g
• Origin: Spain
• Variety: Picual
• Harvest: Early season
• Certification: Organic (ECO)
• Brand: Cuac
• EAN: 8437021811032

⭐ Why we love this

Picual is Spain's workhorse olive, prized for its resilience and intensity—and Cuac captures its soul in this early harvest. The peppery bite and grassy complexity are the hallmarks of a true single-varietal oil that refuses compromise, making it a cornerstone of authentic Spanish cooking rather than a decorative pour.

🍷 Pairing suggestion

Pair this with a crisp, mineral white wine like Verdejo from Rueda or a Txakoli from the Basque Country to echo the oil's green, herbaceous character. It's also sublime with a wedge of aged Manchego cheese and quince paste—a classic Spanish combination where the oil's peppery edge cuts through the richness.

📍 From Spain

Cuac sources from Andalusia's premier olive-growing regions, where Picual thrives in the intense Mediterranean sun. Organic early-harvest oils from this region are increasingly rare; this represents the commitment of Spanish producers who prioritize flavor and ecological responsibility over industrial scale.