Miraval, Extra Virgin Olive Oil 2016 Provence, France PRODUCER Château Miraval is located in the Provence village of Correns, the first 100% organic village in France. All of the crops, including grapes, are grown organically in this wild and picturesque village. The terraced vineyards and Olive Trees are at 350 metres altitude, resulting in cool nights that moderate the warm days which in turn help the olives to ripen perfectly. OLIVE GROVES The olive tree is part of the Mediterranean basin history. At Miraval, the olive trees are cultivated in the purest tradition, grown on terraces of dry stone which reflect the sun, therefore enabling the olives to mature perfectly. The estate is farmed organically. The soils are tended to regularly, ensuring that they stay aerated and porous. The finished olive oil is a blend of: Verdale, Pichouline, Tanche, Lucques, Aglandau, Cayon and Arboussane. HARVEST After a rather standard spring in terms of rainfall (170mm) came a hot and dry summer, with temperatures regularly over 37°C. From mid-June to mid-August the total rainfall amounted to less than 60mm, which is low compared to the hours of sunshine -1941 hours over six months from April to September. These favourable weather conditions meant that the crop reached ripeness in excellent conditions. The altitude of the olive fields helped keep a very good balance. PRODUCTION Miraval Olive Oil is Extra-Virgin and is made from the first cold press, giving the oil a fresh and pure character. TASTING NOTES A smooth and velvety oil, with notes of almond, hazelnut and artichoke on the nose. The palate is pungent and peppery with Olive Varieties 15% Cayon flavours of freshly cut grass. The finish is long, succulent and spicy 15% Lucques with a mild astringency, giving it beautiful balance. 15% Pichouline 15% Tanche 15% Verdale 10% Arboussanne Arboussanne Closure Other Bottle Sizes 50cl.