GIL 1900, 100% Picual EVOO, family selection, unfiltered, 500ml

family selection

GIL 1900 – Picual and Arbequina unfiltered olives were harvested by hand in the territory of Lo Racó, the farmhouse where it all began more than 120 years ago. Therefore, they are selected exclusively from trees that have been planted by the family over generations and cultivated ever since. First and foremost is the location: protected from cold snaps in winter, with a sufficient water supply in summer. Above and in the vicinity of Lo Racó there are no farms, only forest. Thus, in the event of heavy rains and winds, no residues from agriculture or industrial livestock farming are transferred to our plantations. Since “chemical canes” are very rarely used in Gil Oils, this oil is of a special purity. In addition, there are selection criteria of a more emotional nature, which can only be explained by the family’s strong bond with their trees. The time of harvest is determined each year – it is not our calendar that determines it, but the degree of ripeness of the olives and the fulfillment of the lunar cycles that are decisive.

A selection for the family, something special, exclusive, a limited quantity of extra virgin olive oil.

taste and use

The Picual EVOO from the Gil 1900 line is a milestone for olive oil connoisseurs and lovers of intense flavors. It is a rarity in the Matarraña region. Due to the expensive harvesting process and the limited number of trees chosen for the 1900 mark this is an exclusive offer. The production of this oil is limited to a small number of bottles per year. For those who appreciate strong flavors in olive oils, Picual oil is the perfect ally. Just a small amount on your plate can make a difference. Our Picual is neither bitter nor spicy and has a fruity aroma that speaks for itself.

Characteristics of GIL 1900 Picual

Of course, our oil is 100% pure, only from the Picual variety. This is important for us, because each variety has its own characteristics. They must be conserved and cultivated. Everything else is marketing. Our AOVE GIL 1900 Picual is characterized by an intense green color.

Without filter

The oil is not filtered . Unfiltered olive oils contain polyphenols , whose antioxidant effects are considered very beneficial to health. It is possible to store it for 12 months and more if it is kept in a cool and dark place. After a few months a deposit forms at the bottom of the bottle, this is typical of unfiltered oils and does not affect the quality of the oil in any way.

Own harvest, own mill, direct sale

You have the opportunity to buy directly from the mill store in La Fresneda. Only the harvest classified by type has been used and the extraction of the oil has been carried out in a few hours. Here each olive is cared for from planting the trees to cultivating them over the years until the first harvest, from the pruning of the trees, through flowering, to harvesting and oil extraction.