When we taste Castelldans olive oil<\/strong> , we enjoy a soft and fruity flavor that transports us to sunny lands and fields of century-old olive trees. But did you know that behind this characteristic flavor lies a fascinating story? The history of the Arbequina olive<\/strong> is a journey that combines nobility, territory and tradition. And what’s more, it connects us with a very intimate part of Catalan agricultural culture. <\/p>\n\n To understand where we come from, we have to look back. The Arbequina olive, despite being the undisputed protagonist of Oliferm’s oil today, has origins much further back than we might imagine. <\/p>\n\n According to various historical sources, this variety of olive was introduced to Catalonia around the 17th century<\/strong> , thanks to the curiosity of the Duke of Medinaceli<\/strong> , then viceroy of the Principality. During a diplomatic trip to the Middle East, the Duke was amazed by the taste of a small, aromatic olive that grew in Palestine. <\/p>\n\n Determined to test whether this variety could grow in our country, the Duke planted the first specimens in the town of Arbeca<\/strong> , in the region of Les Garrigues. The dry climate, cold winters and stony soil of the area proved perfect. So much so that the new variety not only adapted, but also became one of the most loved and productive in the territory. Thus was born the Arbequina olive<\/strong> , named in honor of the town that welcomed it. <\/p>\n\n The Arbequina not only stands out for its flavor, but also for its adaptability. It is a drought-resistant<\/strong> variety, small in size but highly productive, and with a very rapid entry into production. Therefore, it is not surprising that it has become the queen of olive trees in areas like Castelldans<\/strong> , where the olive growing tradition is part of the town’s DNA. <\/p>\n\n Furthermore, its compact morphology and small leaves make it ideal for modern or even domestic cultivation. But most importantly, it yields an exceptional oil. <\/p>\n\nFrom the Middle East to Les Garrigues<\/h3>\n\n
A resistant tree for demanding soils<\/h3>\n\n
An oil with character and benefits<\/h3>\n\n