{"title":"Award-Winning Portuguese Products","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover Portuguese products recognised in international competitions. Awards refer to the documented products and award years, not necessarily to the current harvest or production batch.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"herdade-do-esporao-seleccao-premium-olive-oil","title":"Herdade do Esporão \"Selecção\" Premium Olive Oil","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"pp-olive-quick-guide\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy choose Esporão Selecção?\u003c\/strong\u003e Refined Alentejo extra virgin olive oil with fresh herbal aromas and balanced bitterness and spice. Excellent with salads, bruschetta, vegetables, fish and bread. Awards listed below are from specific competition years, not necessarily the current bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAzeite Selecção (Herdade do Esporão)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a premium extra virgin olive oil known for its elegant balance, fresh aromas, and harmonious flavour profile. Made from a careful blend of Portuguese and Mediterranean olive varieties, it delivers a refined taste suitable for everyday cooking and gourmet dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOlive Grove\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduction method: \u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Production\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegion: \u003cstrong\u003eAlentejo, Portugal\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOlive Varieties\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA carefully selected blend of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCobrançosa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArbequina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAzeiteira\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRedondil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArbosana\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePicual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHarvest 2025\/2026\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced from olives harvested during the \u003cstrong\u003e2025\/2026 campaign\u003c\/strong\u003e. The fruit was collected at the optimal stage of ripeness to ensure freshness, natural aromatic expression and quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOlive Processing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter harvesting, the olives are transported to the \u003cstrong\u003eEsporão mill in Reguengos de Monsaraz\u003c\/strong\u003e, where extraction begins immediately. The olive oil is obtained through \u003cstrong\u003ecold extraction at temperatures below 27 ºC\u003c\/strong\u003e, preserving the natural aromas, flavours and antioxidant properties of the olives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh herbal and subtle floral notes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced bitterness and spiciness with a smooth, harmonious profile.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean, persistent and elegant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSalads, grilled vegetables and bruschetta\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrilled fish, seafood and white meats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh bread, cheeses and Mediterranean dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy We Recommend It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEsporão Selecção offers a refined and versatile flavour, representing the best of olive oil production in the Alentejo. Ideal for those seeking a premium Portuguese extra virgin olive oil with consistency, quality and authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"pp-awards-history\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eEsporão olive oil awards\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelecção:\u003c\/strong\u003e NYIOOC New York Gold in \u003cstrong\u003e2023 and 2024\u003c\/strong\u003e, and Silver in \u003cstrong\u003e2022, 2025 and 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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Pair with bread, salads, grilled vegetables or fish. Competition awards below refer to specific years, not necessarily the current bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHerdade do Esporão \"Olival dos Arrifes\" Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil\u003c\/strong\u003e is a premium estate-produced olive oil from the Alentejo region of Portugal. Crafted from organically grown olives and cold-extracted shortly after harvest, it preserves the full freshness and character of the terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis elegant extra virgin olive oil reveals vibrant notes of \u003cstrong\u003egreen grass, artichoke, and fresh herbs\u003c\/strong\u003e, balanced by a refined \u003cstrong\u003ebitterness\u003c\/strong\u003e and a smooth \u003cstrong\u003epeppery finish\u003c\/strong\u003e. A harmonious and complex profile that enhances both simple and gourmet dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alentejo, Portugal (Herdade do Esporão)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh \u0026amp; herbaceous with balanced bitterness and elegant spice\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAromas \u0026amp; Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green grass, artichoke, fresh herbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest Uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drizzling, salads, grilled vegetables, bread, finishing dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy It Stands Out:\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic, estate-grown, sustainably produced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA true expression of Portuguese excellence\u003c\/strong\u003e — perfect for everyday quality and refined culinary moments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"pp-awards-history\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eEsporão olive oil awards\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOlival dos Arrifes:\u003c\/strong\u003e NYIOOC New York Gold in \u003cstrong\u003e2023, 2025 and 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e; BIOL Italy Extra Gold in \u003cstrong\u003e2023 and 2025\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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The limited run comprised \u003cstrong\u003e2,000 individually numbered tins\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInternational recognition\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis specific NURI Reserva 2020 edition was named among the \u003cstrong\u003eTop 10 sardine preserves\u003c\/strong\u003e in the \u003cem\u003eWorld's 101 Best Canned Fish\u003c\/em\u003e 2024 ranking. Read the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ialimentar.pt\/Artigos\/536187-Conservas-Pinhais-e-Nuri-figuram-no-ranking-das-melhores-conservas-do-mundo.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e2024 ranking report\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIngredients and details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSardines (72%), olive oil (22%), cucumber, chilli pepper (2%), carrot, salt, cloves, black pepper and bay leaf. \u003cstrong\u003eAllergen: fish.\u003c\/strong\u003e Net weight: 125 g. 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