Picualas is a Spanish Picual variety premium Australian cold extracted extra virgin olive oil. This robust olive oil has a polyphenol content of 383mg/kg and has a lovely spicy peppery finish.We’re proud to offer this single-varietal extra virgin olive oil, crafted to showcase the distinctive flavour and characteristic of this Picual Spanish olive variety. Picualas Extra Virgin Olive Oil is known for its bold, robust flavour with green tomato notes and a delightful lingering bitter finish. Picual is perfect for everything from sautéing and roasting to drizzling over grilled vegetables, hearty salads, and rustic bread.The producer won a Gold Medal at the 2025 Australian Olive Associated International Awards.
Harvest Year:
2025
Variety:
Picual
Flavour:
Single Variety
Origin:
Australia
Region:
Southern Victoria
Ideal for
Picualas’ intense, peppery character makes it a versatile and bold choice for both everyday and gourmet cooking. Its complexity can elevate simple dishes into unforgettable meals:
Grilled Meats & Vegetables: Drizzle over grilled steak, chicken, or charred vegetables for a vibrant, peppery boost.
Soups & Stews: Add a finishing swirl to hearty soups like gazpacho, lentil, or black bean stew for a flavour lift.
Bruschetta & Crostini: Drizzle generously over toasted bread topped with tomatoes, garlic, or roasted peppers.
High-Heat Cooking: Picual’s excellent heat stability makes it perfect for frying, sautéing and roasting.
Roasting: Toss root vegetables, potatoes, or cauliflower in Picualas olive oil before roasting for a crispy, golden finish.
Marinades: Its bold flavour penetrates meats and vegetables beautifully, making it ideal for marinades.
Robust Salads: Use it in vinaigrettes for salads featuring hearty greens like kale, radicchio, or spinach.
Tomato-Based Salads: Picualas’ grassy notes complement fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil for a classic Caprese salad.
Mediterranean Dressings: Mix with lemon juice, garlic, and oregano for a bold Mediterranean-style dressing.
Paella & Rice Dishes: Use Picual to fry aromatics and enhance the flavour of traditional Spanish rice dishes.
Tapenade & Dips: Stir into olive-based spreads for a deliciously complex flavour.
Pasta Dishes: Finish robust pasta sauces like Puttanesca or Arrabbiata with a drizzle for added depth.
