Arbequina is one of the most prized varieties in Mediterranean cuisine. It has a smooth, fruity and elegant profile, with notes of fresh almond, green tomato, grass and apple.

It is ideal used raw, in salads or on the classic Catalan pan con tomate. At Finca Hostalets we grow Arbequina in our own olive groves in Priorat — estate-grown, fully traceable, verifiable origin.

That peppery sting in the throat is a sign of quality, not a defect. It comes from polyphenols — natural antioxidant compounds found in olives.

Our EVOO contains 292 mg/kg of total polyphenols, a very high value that indicates a fresh, well-made oil.

Pour a small amount into a small glass. Warm it slightly in the palm of your hand to release the aromas. Bring it to your nose and notice its nuances — grass, almond, green fruit.

Then take a small sip and spread it around your mouth. A good EVOO should show a balance of fruitiness, bitterness and pungency. All three are positive signs, not defects.

Arbequina pairs especially well with salads, grilled vegetables, fish, mild cheeses, carpaccios and pan con tomate.

Its gentle aromatic profile enhances ingredients without overpowering them — making it the ideal finishing oil.

Olive oil has three enemies: light, heat and air. To keep it at its best, store it in a cool, dark, dry place, always tightly closed.

Avoid keeping it next to the hob or anywhere with sudden temperature changes. A pantry or dark cupboard is the ideal place.

Olive oil does not go off like other foods, but it does lose its properties over time. It is generally recommended to use it within 18–24 months of harvest.

Our bottles always show the harvest date — so you know exactly when the oil you are enjoying was born.

Once opened, olive oil keeps for several months if it is tightly closed and protected from light and heat.

To enjoy its full aroma and flavour, we recommend using it within 3–6 months of opening.

There is no need. The ideal storage temperature is between 14 and 18 °C. A kitchen cupboard away from heat is enough.

When your order leaves our warehouse you will receive an email with the tracking number. Orders are prepared within 24 working hours of payment confirmation.

Yes. We ship to most European countries, as well as to the United States, Canada and selected destinations in Asia and Oceania. For other destinations, please contact us directly.

Shipments outside the European Union may be subject to customs duties or taxes. These costs are not included in the shipping price and must be paid by the customer where applicable.

We accept credit or debit card, PayPal, Apple Pay and Google Pay. All payments are processed through secure payment platforms with SSL encryption.

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Yes. You have 30 days from delivery to return your order. For a return to be valid, the item must be unused, in the same condition in which you received it and in its original packaging, together with the receipt or proof of purchase.

To start a return, email us at jose@fincahostalets.com with your order number.

As they are perishable food products (oil, truffles, vinegars), we cannot accept returns once the container has been opened. Gift cards and health or personal care items cannot be returned either.

Partial refunds are only granted when the item is not in its original condition, is damaged or has missing parts for reasons not due to our error, or is returned more than 30 days after delivery.

Once your return has been received and inspected, we will let you know by email whether your refund has been approved. If approved, the amount will be credited automatically to your original payment method within the following days.

Return shipping costs are paid by the customer and are non-refundable. Only full-price items can be refunded; sale items are non-refundable. Send your return to: Carrer de Raset, nº25, Barcelona, B, 08022, Spain.

If you receive the wrong product or one in poor condition, we offer a free replacement. Contact us within 30 days of delivery with your order number and a photo of the product.