{"product_id":"cuac-picual-extra-virgin-olive-oil-organic-early-harvest-500g","title":"Cuac Picual Extra Virgin Olive Oil – Organic Early Harvest 500g","description":"\u003cp\u003eCuac'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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEarly-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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to enjoy\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrizzle over tomato soup or white bean soup just before serving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish a plate of grilled white fish or seafood with a small pour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse as a dipping oil for warm, crusty bread with sea salt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eToss through bitter greens — rocket, radicchio, endive — where the peppery edge complements the bite.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNet weight: 500g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Spain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVariety: Picual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest: Early season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertification: Organic (ECO)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Cuac\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEAN: 8437021811032\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- iberian-enriched-v1 --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e⭐ Why we love this\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicual 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e🍷 Pairing suggestion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e📍 From Spain\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCuac 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"El Corte Inglés","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58178500329856,"sku":"A28327331","price":174.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0992\/5020\/9152\/files\/www-001013333203761-00.jpg?v=1780078745","url":"https:\/\/iberiandirect.com\/products\/cuac-picual-extra-virgin-olive-oil-organic-early-harvest-500g","provider":"Iberian Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}