Blog – Tagged "Priorat"– HOSTALETS 1898

Posted on November 2, 2020

Olive oil has been admired since ancient times thanks to its properties and benefits; for this same reason, it has spread across all continents of the planet. According to data from the IOC-International Olive Council, there are seven countries that concentrate about 90% of the world's production, and Spain is in first place. EVOO: liquid gold Within the agri-food sector, the word " Premium " is often added to distinguish Extra Virgin Olive Oils and olive juices, but the acronym or abbreviation EVOO is becoming increasingly prevalent. Extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) is the only oil in the world that can be consumed without undergoing a refining process. This is why it's called Liquid Gold , and as such, it has begun to be consumed like an exclusive liqueur or a high-priced wine. It's a luxury product that won't be stored in a kitchen cupboard, but rather where the finest liqueurs, single malt whiskies, brandies, or Imperial Premium Blends are kept. Exclusivity and elegance The EVOOs produced by Finca Hostalets 1898 are exclusive juices, generated from selected organically grown Arbequina olives to guarantee the sustainability of the ecosystem and produced following a rigorous and careful artisanal method, which allows for exceptional quality. Finca Hostalets 1898 has been internationally recognized as one of the companies that produce a unique EVOO, allowing its customers to have an unparalleled product, worthy of the most demanding palates, and at the same time, a unique gift item. Its unique flavor, multiple benefits, and the presentation of our glass bottles, designed to protect and preserve all its properties and natural color, make it an ideal gift for any occasion. Its benefits Thanks to the process highly committed to organic farming (certified by the CCPAE), based on the collection and harvesting of olives at their optimal point of ripeness, carried out in a 100% manual way, an unparalleled Arberquina olive juice is obtained, which stands out from the rest of the extra virgin olive oils. How do we do it? With the campaign every October, at Finca Hostalets 1898 we use the milking system, which consists of combing the branches until the olives fall onto the nets, always taking care that they do not have any bruises and thus not damage the epicarp (the skin). The olives will maintain their properties intact until they reach the Almazara (mill located on the estate itself where the oil is extracted). According to José Seuma, CEO of Finca Hostalets 1898 and a passionate enthusiast of this business, “EVOO: is the fresh juice of a healthy olive, recently harvested from the tree. A nutritious and healthy contribution to our body.” For this reason, the benefits of each olive are remarkable, as they help prevent cardiovascular disease, protect the brain from cognitive decline, strengthen the immune system, and benefit the skin, among other things. For more information, you can read the Consensus Report of the III International Congress on Virgin Olive Oil, Olive Groves and Health , https://www.mercacei.com/pdf/iii-declaracion-de-jaen.pdf. Only EVOO retains all the healthy nutritional properties so that all the natural antioxidants are preserved in the best way. Besides being delicious, it's important to always have one at home, and to know that the product we use is an original Extra Virgin Olive Oil. When will you try it?