We offer these premium organic extra virgin olive oil that are produced by olive oil mill located in Almeria, in Southern of Spain.

Summary: The extra virgin olive oils from Almeria are olive oils that are produced by mills located in Almeria, in Southern of Spain.  We only work with producers who use sustainable agricultural practices. Also, we offer these selection of extra virgin olive oil in our store in Las Rozas de Madrid.

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1. COOPERATIVES AND OIL MILLS OF ALMERIA, Spain

Almeria is a privileged place of Spain for the production of extra virgin olive oil. Let’s see the most important characteristics of this southern region of Spain.

a) Climate

Almería is a province in Andalusia, located in the southeastern corner of the Iberian Peninsula. Known for its stunning landscapes, it is bordered by the Mediterranean Sea and boasts more than 100 kilometers of coastline, particularly around the Cape of Gata.

The region enjoys an exceptional climate, making it ideal for agriculture. With over 3,000 hours of sunshine each year, consistently warm temperatures, hot, dry summers, and mild winters with very little rainfall, Almería provides the perfect conditions for cultivating olives and producing premium extra virgin olive oil.

c) Varieties

This region cultivates a variety of olives, such as Arbequina, Hojiblanca, Picual, and Lechín. These different varieties bring distinct aromas, flavors, and textures, making Almería’s olive oils diverse and full of character.

d) New harvest

Olive oils from Almería are among the earliest to be produced in Spain. Typically, by early November, we have fresh oils from the new harvest available. If you want to confirm the exact harvest date, feel free to contact us—we’ll be happy to provide you with the latest information.

e) Support for local farmers

Our oils come from oil mills that contribute directly to the prosperity and development of rural communities, supporting local farmers and preserving traditional livelihoods.

2. The best olive oil from Almeria, Spain

At El Cortijuelo de San Benito, we proudly offer these exceptional extra virgin olive oils from Almería. After thorough research, including visits to numerous oil mills and cooperatives, and applying strict quality standards, we have carefully selected the following producers:

a) Oro del Desierto:

Located in Tabernas, Oro del Desierto is a premium oil mill specializing in extra virgin olive oils sourced from their own organic olive groves. They produce a variety of oils from Arbequina, Hojiblanca, Lechín, and Picual olives. Recognized for its outstanding quality, Oro del Desierto is one of the most awarded mills in Spain.

Table 1: Oil mills and cooperatives in Almeria

b) Other mills and cooperatives

Data from other mills

Table 2: Other oil mills and cooperatives in Almeria

3. Where to buy olive oil from Almería?

Olive oil from Almería is available in select shops, though it’s not always easy to find. If you’re looking to purchase authentic Almería olive oil, here are some recommended places where you can find it:

Supermarket	Specialized stores	Gourmet shop	Online shop
Not easy to find	Recommendation	Not easy to find	More esay

Table 3: Different options to buy oil from Almeria.

Source

The Oro del Desierto Cooperative

Junta de Andalucía Almeria.

“Finally, if you would like more information about these extra virgin olive oils, do not hesitate to contact us. We will be delighted to help you”.