Nurtured by Nature
The Alentejo region has very particular climatic conditions that create an ideal and privileged environment for the growth of olive trees. Home to a wide variety of soil types, all of which are rich in calcium and potassium, only the best varieties olive trees thrive here.
Enhanced by Excellence
Each olive is hand harvested after ensuring they are properly ripened. They are then carefully transported in open boxes to avoid undesirable fermentation. After stringent processing, the olive oil is stored between 15˚C to 18˚C to allow precise maturation and prevent oxidisation.
Guaranteed Quality
The uncompromised quality of Zambujeiro Olive Oil is certified by its Protected Denomination of Origin (PDO) product status. This is only awarded to products originating from North Alentejo and when production is adhered to a strict set of standards:
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Only healthy, ripe olives picked from the tree are to be used |
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The olive oil can only extracted by a pressing or centrifugation process |
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Olive paste is to be squeezed and beaten at a maximum temperature of 30˚C |
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The olive oil must be stored in containers covered by an easily washable
protective material |
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Bottling of the olive oil has to take place in an environment free from dirt, smoke, odours or any other conditions that may alter its physical, chemical or organoleptic characteristics |
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