FAQs – Finca Hostalets

Finca Hostalets 1898Priorat · D.O.P. SiuranaCustomer guide

Frequently asked questions

All you need to know about an extra virgin olive oil born once a year, on a single estate in the Priorat.

From the grove to the bottle

Origin · Harvest · Production
I.1

Where does Finca Hostalets EVOO come from?

From our own olive groves in the Serra de Montsant, in the Priorat (Tarragona). It is an organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil of the Arbequina variety, protected by the D.O.P. Siurana.

All our EVOO comes from the estate and from a single harvest.

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I.2

What is an early-harvest EVOO?

It is EVOO made from olives picked at the start of the season, at veraison, when the fruit begins to change colour. It gives greener, fresher and more aromatic oils, in exchange for a smaller yield.

At Finca Hostalets our olives are early-harvest and picked by hand.

I.3

How is Extra Virgin Olive Oil made?

Solely by mechanical means: the olives are washed and milled, and the oil is separated cold, free of heat and chemical treatments. The shorter the time between picking and the mill, the better it keeps its aromas.

Ours is cold-extracted, using only olives from the estate.

More questions
04What is Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO)?

It is the natural juice of the olive, obtained solely by mechanical means and unrefined. It is the highest category of olive oil: it must pass a chemical analysis and an official tasting panel, with a flawless aroma and flavour.

05What is the difference between virgin and extra virgin olive oil?

Both are obtained by mechanical means. Extra virgin is flawless on tasting, with an acidity of 0.8 % or lower; virgin allows slight defects and an acidity of up to 2 %.

Acidity measures free fatty acids: the lower it is, the healthier the olive and the more careful the production.

06What is the D.O.P. Siurana?

It is the Protected Designation of Origin for the Extra Virgin Olive Oils of this area of Tarragona, made mainly from Arbequina olives. It certifies the origin and oversees quality. Our bottles carry its seal on the label.

07Is it certified organic?

Yes. Every bottle of our EVOO carries the European Union organic logo with the code of the control body: ES-ECO-019-CT · EU Agriculture.

08What is the difference between Reserva Familiar and the Doce Lunas Llenas edition?

Reserva Familiar is the EVOO of each harvest, in 500 ml and 100 ml formats, presented in its gift box. Doce Lunas Llenas is the 1.5 litre Magnum: a limited edition of 698 bottles from the 2026 harvest, numbered by hand.

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At the table

Flavour · Gifting · Storage
II.1

What does Finca Hostalets Arbequina EVOO taste like?

Smooth and elegant, with notes of green almond and fresh vegetables.

It shines raw, as a finishing touch: over a salad, a piece of fish or a slice of bread with tomato.

II.2

How is a gift order presented?

Every bottle arrives in its gift box, and our team closes each order by hand. If you leave a gift note in your basket, we write it by hand and include it in the parcel.

A complete gift from the very first moment, ready to be given just as it arrives.

More questions
03Why does olive oil tingle in the throat?

That peppery note comes from polyphenols, natural compounds of the olive. It is a sign of a fresh, well-made EVOO, more noticeable in early-harvest oils, and it softens over time.

04How do you taste olive oil?

Pour a little into a small glass and warm it in the palm of your hand to release the aromas. Bring it to your nose, then take a small sip and let it spread across your palate. A good extra virgin shows balance between fruitiness, bitterness and pungency.

05Which dishes pair best with Arbequina EVOO?

Salads, grilled vegetables, fish, mild cheeses, carpaccios and bread with tomato. Its smooth profile accompanies every ingredient and lets it speak.

06How should olive oil be stored?

Away from light, heat and air: in a cupboard or pantry, with the bottle tightly closed. Room temperature is all it needs.

07How long does a bottle last once opened?

Once opened, it is at its best in the first few weeks; tightly closed and protected from light, it keeps for several months.

Your order

Shipping · Payment · Returns
Questions
01How long does delivery take and how much does it cost?

In mainland Spain, shipping costs €4.90 and is complimentary from €90. Delivery takes 48–72 h and you will receive an email with your tracking number.

  • Mainland Spain€4.90 · complimentary from €90 · 48–72 h
  • Balearic Islands€9.90 · complimentary from €120 · 2–3 days
  • Canary Islands, Ceuta and Melilla€19.90 · complimentary from €150 · 3–5 days
  • Portugal€9.90 · complimentary from €120 · 3–5 days
  • France, Germany, Italy, Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg and Austria€14.90 · complimentary from €150 · 3–5 days
  • Rest of the EU€19.90 · complimentary from €200 · 4–7 days
  • Switzerland, United Kingdom, Norway, Andorra and Monaco€29.90 · 5–8 days · duties paid by the recipient
  • United States€45 · complimentary from €300 · 5–15 days
  • Asia and Australia€86
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02Do you ship internationally?

Yes. We ship throughout the European Union, to Switzerland, the United Kingdom, Norway, Andorra and Monaco, to the United States and to Asia and Australia; for other destinations, write to us. Outside the European Union, customs duties or taxes may apply, payable by the recipient.

03Which payment methods do you accept?

Credit or debit card, PayPal, Apple Pay and Google Pay. Payments are processed on Shopify's secure platform, with SSL encryption.

04Can I return an order?

Yes, within 30 days of delivery. As these are food products, returns are accepted with the packaging sealed, in its original box and with proof of purchase. To start a return, write to us at jose@fincahostalets.com with your order number.

Return shipping costs are paid by the customer. Once received and checked, the refund is issued to the original payment method. Returns address: Carrer de Raset, 25, 08022 Barcelona, Spain.

05What if an order arrives damaged?

We replace it at no cost. Write to us within 30 days of delivery with your order number and a photo of the product.

From the estate

Any other questions?

Write to us or call us: we reply within 24 hours, Monday to Friday.

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