Extra Virgin Organic Olive Oil - Cultivar: Souri/Souriana
Orchards of Laila Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil is the winner of international olive oil competitions. Cold-pressed from the finest olives of the typical Lebanese cultivar Souri, this oil is characterised by a robust flavor profile, intense taste with earthy tones and medium fruity aroma. Drizzle it over salads, use it for cooking, or dip crusty bread for a true taste of Lebanon.
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Product Info
Orchards of Laila Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil is the winner of international olive oil competitions.
The Sommelier note: the Souri variety is characterized by a full-bodied, robust, high-intensity flavor with medium bitterness and intense pungency. Its delicate earthy aroma has notes of artichoke, tomato leaves, black pepper and pine nuts.
Cultivar: The Souri variety (also called Souriana or Sourani) is found in the southern half of Lebanon, which includes Mount Lebanon, South, Bekaa and extends into northern Palestine. The variety takes its name from the ancient Phoenician capital of Sour and is considered one of the oldest and the finest varieties in the world.
Certification: EU Organic, USDA Organic
Intensity: 4.5/5
Aroma: 2.5/5
Food Pairing: This extra virgin organic olive perfectly pairs beef steaks and grilled meat, red meat, stews, hummus and fava beans, spicy dishes, or cheeses.
Available in two sizes: 500 ml and 750 ml -
Product Type:
Olive Oil