This certified organic extra virgin olive oil is 100% Picual olives, Spain's number 1 variety.  Also known as Marteña or Lopereña, Picual olives are the most commonly grown olive today for olive oil production.  Notes of fresh green olive and hints of pepper will give a lift to all your cooking.  This oil is the perfect cupboard staple for the organic cook. We are extremely proud to work with the award-winning Garcia de la Cruz family from the beautiful region of La Mancha in the heart of Spain who have joined our team to create our first Global Village extra virgin olive oil.  Many generations of experience contribute to their olive growing and oil production. Coupled with the prime location of olive groves which provides optimum growing conditions for excellent fruit quality, we are proud to work with our extended family in Spain. This partnership allows The Village Press to bring you high quality extra virgin olive oil for everyday use at affordable pricing, perfect for the New Zealand lifestyle.