Chilean Picual Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Chilean Picual Extra Virgin Olive Oil

A mild, ultra-premium single varietal EVOO cold-pressed in May 2026 from Picual olives grown along Chile's coastal olive groves. Picual is one of the world's most widely planted olive varieties, prized for its high oleic acid content, excellent shelf stability, and aromatic, fruit-forward character.

Olive Variety & Origin — Single varietal Picual olives, Chile. Southern Hemisphere growing region, May 2026 harvest. Cold-pressed shortly after harvest to preserve biophenol content and aromatic profile.

Flavor Profile — Mild and intensely aromatic. Notes of stone fruit and peach skin, layered with tropical kiwi and a creamy center. High oleic, well-balanced, finishing with a pleasing, gentle pepper note.

Certification & Chemistry — UP Certified Ultra Premium. Biophenols: 211.4 ppm — above the 200 ppm general benchmark for high-biophenol EVOO. DAG freshness score: 97.2, among the highest in the collection. Oleic Acid: 79.37%. Squalene: 8,291.6 ppm. Free Fatty Acids: 0.10%. Peroxide Value: 3.98 meq O2/kg. A-Tocopherols: 315.8.

Taste Panel Assessment — Fruitiness 4.0 · Bitterness 3.3 · Pungency 3.3 (10-point scale).

Available Sizes — 200 mL · 375 mL · 750 mL

Storage — Store in a cool, dark place away from heat and direct sunlight. Best consumed within 18 months of the May 2026 crush date for peak flavor and freshness. Its 419°F smoke point makes it well-suited to everyday cooking, while its aromatic character also rewards use as a finishing oil.

Type — Single varietal extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) — Chilean Picual

At 211.4 ppm, Chilean Picual's biophenol count clears the 200 ppm benchmark generally associated with meaningful health benefits from olive oil polyphenols, and its 97.2 DAG score — among the highest freshness scores in the collection — confirms this oil is exceptionally fresh from harvest to bottle.

Heart health — Picual is naturally high in oleic acid (79.37% in this batch), a monounsaturated fat associated with healthy cholesterol levels and cardiovascular benefits central to the Mediterranean diet. Combined with its biophenol content, this oil supports the heart-healthy profile EVOO is known for.

Antioxidant support — Biophenols such as hydroxytyrosol and tyrosol, present in this oil, are well-studied dietary antioxidants that help protect cells from oxidative damage. While more moderate than Redstone's higher-biophenol Robust oils, 211.4 ppm still places this oil above typical grocery-store EVOO.

Freshness — A 97.2 DAG score is an exceptionally strong freshness indicator, confirming minimal degradation from harvest to bottle and a genuinely high-quality cold-press process.

Why Chilean Picual is a great everyday oil:

• 211.4 ppm in context — grocery store EVOO typically tests 50–150 ppm biophenols; this oil exceeds that range and clears the 200 ppm general health-benefit benchmark
• 211.4 ppm within the collection — the mildest biophenol profile in Redstone's current lineup, reflecting its Mild intensity classification — a gentler, more approachable everyday oil by design, not a lesser one
• DAG score 97.2 — one of the highest freshness scores across the entire collection
• High oleic acid — at 79.37%, this oil is naturally suited to a heart-healthy diet and holds up well to cooking heat
• UP Certified standard — independent verification requiring chemistry, freshness, and sensory standards beyond basic extra virgin classification

100% pure, single varietal, cold-pressed EVOO. No blending, no additives, no refinement.

Olive Oil Nutrition Facts – Per Serving

See Extra Virgin Olive Oil Nutrition Chart

Serving Size: 14.175g (1 tablespoon) | Servings Per Container: 25

Calories: 120

Total Fat 14g — 18% Daily Value
Saturated Fat 2g — 10% Daily Value
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 10g

Cholesterol 0mg — 0% Daily Value
Sodium 0mg — 0% Daily Value
Total Carbohydrate 0g — 0% Daily Value
Dietary Fiber 0g — 0%
Total Sugars 0g
Includes 0g Added Sugars — 0%
Protein 0g — 0% Daily Value

Vitamin D 0mcg — 0%
Calcium 0mg — 0%
Iron 0mg — 0%
Potassium 0mg — 0%

*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Why Our Olive Oil Fat Profile Matters for Your Health

With 120 calories per tablespoon, our olive oil delivers 14g of total fat — predominantly 10g of heart-healthy monounsaturated fat (MUFAs), the type associated with cardiovascular wellness and the foundation of the Mediterranean diet. It contains zero cholesterol, zero sodium, zero carbohydrates, and zero sugars, making it an ideal choice for keto, paleo, low-sodium, and heart-healthy lifestyles.

Learn More About Olive Oil Quality & Nutrition

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USDA Olive Oil Grades & Quality Standards – Official U.S. Government Guide.

Ultra-Premium Extra Virgin Olive Oil Production Requirements – UP Standard

On the palate

Chilean Picual opens intensely aromatic, with stone fruit and peach skin leading the way. Tropical kiwi and a creamy center round out the mid-palate, and the finish brings a pleasing, gentle pepper note consistent with its high oleic acid content. Well-balanced and approachable — a Mild EVOO built for everyday use.

What it pairs with

• Proteins — Roast chicken, pan-seared white fish, sauteed shrimp, scrambled eggs
• Vegetables — Roasted root vegetables, sauteed greens, grilled asparagus, sweet potatoes
• Carbs — Rice pilaf, simple pastas, fresh bread, roasted potatoes
• Dairy — Fresh mozzarella, mild goat cheese, ricotta, plain yogurt drizzles
• Cuisine styles — Everyday home cooking, Mediterranean, light Latin American dishes, baking

Balsamic pairings from Redstone

The stone fruit and creamy character of Chilean Picual pair naturally with a lighter fruit balsamic, such as a Peach or Cranberry Pear White Balsamic, for a bright, fruit-forward vinaigrette. (Note: add direct product links here once you confirm current handles — left unlinked for now rather than guessing.)

The story behind the variety

Picual is Spain's most widely planted olive variety and one of the most planted in the world, prized for its high oleic acid content, aromatic intensity, and excellent shelf stability. In recent years, Picual has found a new home in Chile's coastal growing regions, where the Southern Hemisphere climate and May harvest window produce a fruit-forward, well-balanced expression of the variety — stone fruit and peach skin character with a creamy center.

This batch's 211.4 ppm biophenol count paired with an exceptional 97.2 DAG freshness score reflects careful harvest timing and prompt cold-pressing, backed by UP Certified quality standards.

Caring for your bottle

• Store in a cool, dark place — a pantry or cabinet away from the stove is ideal
• Keep away from direct sunlight and heat, both of which degrade polyphenols over time
• Best consumed within 18 months of the May 2026 crush date for peak flavor and freshness
• Once opened, use within 60–90 days for optimal freshness
• Do not refrigerate — unnecessary and can temporarily cloud the oil
• Its high smoke point (419°F) makes it well suited to everyday cooking, though it's equally rewarding used raw as a finishing oil
• Seal firmly after each use to prevent oxidation

Fresh Chilean Picual should smell bright and fruity — stone fruit and peach up front, a creamy roundness underneath. The pepper finish should be present but gentle. If the character flattens or turns waxy, it's past its prime.

What does Chilean Picual EVOO taste like?

Stone fruit and peach skin, tropical kiwi, and a creamy center, finishing with a pleasing, gentle pepper note. A mild, well-balanced, high-oleic EVOO.

What makes Picual a popular olive variety?

Picual is one of the most widely planted olive varieties in the world, valued for its high oleic acid content, aromatic character, and excellent shelf stability.

What dishes pair best with Chilean Picual EVOO?

Roast chicken, pan-seared fish, roasted vegetables, fresh mozzarella, and everyday cooking of all kinds — its mild profile makes it a versatile all-purpose oil.

Is it Ultra-Premium Certified?

Yes. Lab-verified Ultra-Premium Certified, cold-pressed May 2026, single-varietal Picual, 211.4 ppm biophenols.

Is it vegan and gluten-free?

Yes. 100% single-origin Chilean Picual EVOO. Vegan and gluten-free.