Moncarapacho: Olive Oil Tour with Tasting
Algarve
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Discover the world of artisanal olive oil on a guided tour in Moncarapacho. Explore a 15-hectare olive grove, visit the mill, and taste 3 premium olive oils.
Highlights
- Discover the world of artisanal olive oil on a guided tour
- Learn about the production process from tree to bottle
- Explore a 15-hectare olive grove and learn about sustainable farming
- Visit the mill and see the extraction process in action
- Taste 3 premium olive oils and compare their sensory profiles
Description
Embark on a sensorial journey through the world of high-quality artisanal olive oil. Discover how artisanal olive oils are made, from the olive tree to the bottle, and learn about each stage of the production process and the factors that influence the final quality. Begin with a guided tour of the olive grove, where you’ll learn about the cultivated varieties, the olive tree cycle, cultivation, harvesting methods and the main factors that influence olive oil quality. Next, visit the mill and learn about the extraction process, from the reception and grinding of the olives to quality control, storage, and preservation. Finish with a guided tasting of three premium Monterosa varieties, allowing you to compare sensory profiles, identify distinct aromas and flavors, and understand attributes such as fruitiness, bitterness, and spiciness.Includes
Guided tour of the olive grove Visit to the olive oil mill Tasting of three Premium Monterosa olive oil varietiesExcludes
Transportation to the location SnacksImportant Information
- The tour lasts approximately 75 minutes The tour takes place in Moncarapacho Wear comfortable shoes for walking