Melgarejo Picual 250ml expresses the fullest character of the emblematic Jaén variety in an agile, elegant and highly functional format. Obtained in Pegalajar from olives picked with great care, this extra virgin olive oil stands out for its fresh vegetal character and its admirable balance on the palate.
The bottle of Melgarejo Picual 250ml is designed for those who want to enjoy a rotund-flavoured oil at the table, softened in its sharpest notes. Its balanced profile lets you discover the true greatness of the picual variety in fresh individual servings.
Sensory profile and tasting of Melgarejo Picual 250ml
On the sensory level, this Jaén extra virgin olive oil shows a surprising aromatic complexity, where the scents of garden and scrubland blend with great finesse. On the palate it shows a solid, refreshing structure.
- Nose: intense green olive fruitiness with very clear recollections of tomato leaf, freshly cut grass, wild olive, banana and green apple.
- Palate: a sweet, enveloping base in which the positive attributes of medium bitterness and light pungency are perfectly integrated and softened.
- Finish: a long, fresh and very pleasant aftertaste that invites you to taste again.
The behaviour of the Picual variety on the slopes of Pegalajar gives an oil with body and persistence. Enjoying Melgarejo Picual 250ml raw offers a taste experience full of liveliness and Andalusian authenticity.
Origin and mill of Melgarejo in Pegalajar
Under the Melgarejo label operates a company founded in 1995 by the children of Francisco Melgarejo and Juana Cordero, who chose to continue the agricultural legacy kept up for more than two centuries by their ancestors. The mill is located in the Jaén municipality of Pegalajar.
Cultivation covers emblematic estates such as El Cuchillejo in Pegalajar, alongside selected plots in Jaén and Málaga. Harvesting takes place at the beginning of November. Extraction uses a continuous two-phase system designed to safeguard all its organoleptic qualities, placing the extra virgin olive oil in stainless steel tanks inerted with nitrogen.
Culinary uses recommended for Melgarejo Picual 250ml
The measured intensity of Melgarejo Picual 250ml makes it extremely versatile in the kitchen. Its aromatic range of tomato leaf and wild olive enhances, in an extraordinary way, the traditional ingredients of the Iberian pantry. It also shines in simple recipes where the oil is the main flavour, such as a plate of tomato and toasted bread served at room temperature.
Raw use
In raw preparations it is unbeatable for drizzling over toast with acorn-fed Iberian ham, dressing a tomato salad with tuna belly, finishing a plate of boiled octopus or sprinkling a carpaccio of cured beef with aged cheese.
Hot cooking
In hot dishes its remarkable heat stability makes it a pillar for cooking cuts of red meat on the griddle, rustic stews, meat stocks and vegetables sautéed over high heat.
- Toast with country bread, Iberian ham and tomato.
- Octopus Galician-style and seafood finished with flaky sea salt.
- Carpaccio of red meat, cured beef and aged cheeses.
- Traditional Andalusian stews and charcoal-grilled meats.
Advantages of the compact bottle and storage
The format of Melgarejo Picual 250ml is ideal for slow-paced households, as a gourmet detail, or to bring straight to the table at special meals. Its size means the contents are used up quickly, keeping all of its aromatic power alive.
For proper keeping, place the bottle in a cool spot, away from direct sunlight and strong heat sources. Keeping the cap well fitted after each use prevents the oil from deteriorating through contact with air.
Product details
| Brand | Melgarejo |
|---|---|
| Variety | Picual |
| Format | Bottle of 250 ml |
| Harvest | 2026/2027 |
| Category | Premium |
In sum, Melgarejo Picual 250ml concentrates the pure essence of the Jaén groves in a comfortable and elegant bottle, ideal for turning every dish into a tribute to the most authentic Mediterranean cooking.
