The ultra-premium extra virgin olive oil coming from the old centenary orchard surrounding the Family House in the Marrakech estate.
In the beautiful flat land at the foot of the High Atlas, where even Baron de Rothschild used to cultivate his grapes, you find the historic centenary olive grove belonged to Mr Breton. Our family carries on this century-old tradition producing what is likely to be the best pure Moroccan extra virgin olive oil we reserve to the real connoisseur and gourmet all over the world.
A genuine expression of the terroir.
Aroma > Complex green aromas of aromatic hedgerows, cut grass, culinary herbs and apples. There are also hints of fresh lemon, tomato and nuts.
Taste > Equally complex tones in the mouth with fresh nuts and hedge clippings followed by tobacco leaves, watercress and bitter almond skins. The fresh nuts and herbs join with dried fruits to carry on through the mounting bitterness and pepper to maintain a harmonious flavour. The lingering after taste takes in more dried fruits and herbs ending with a touch of malted nuts and milk chocolate.
Style > This is a medium to strong oil which is very well balanced. The bitterness and pepper are never over aggressive.
Overall Assessment > This is a very good oil which stands comparison with similar styles of oil from anywhere else in the world. It could certainly hold its own as a mono-varietal oil. This is an oil suitable for many culinary combinations and for dipping.
Sensory Profile > Les Terroirs de Marrakech / Ultra-Premium Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil
A touch of Morocco in your dish.
Native to Provence, Languedoc, and Corsica, this fine specimen olive variety’s oil will be ideal served with dishes of Southern France and Mediterranean area. While it can be used to lightly sauté vegetables, and is very acceptable as seasoned dipping oil, it is best suited on salads and served over your favorite dishes. We can also try it drizzled lightly on plain white or wild rice or mushroom and pea Risotto or rice pilaf. However it is, this excellent extra virging olive oil adds a refined touch to your dishes.
Les Terroirs de Marrakech / Ultra-Premium Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Cultivars > Old centenary orchard Picholine du Languedoc (French variety, 80%), Picholine Marocaine (autoctona, 10%), Menara (autoctona, 2%), Haouzia (autoctona, 2%), Chemlali (Tunisian, 2%), Dahbia (autoctona, 4%)
Zone of production > Marrakech region
Olive grove surface > 30 Hectares – 74 acres
Altitude > 390 meters over the sea level
Soil properties > 30% clay, 35% muddy/loamy, 35% sandy. Overall, well balanced soil. (PH 8.34)
Pruning system > Large olive trees cut into cups
Density > Old centenary orchard 100 trees/Ha (10 meters between each tree and each row of trees)
Production > Old bicentenary orchard 25,000 Liters with 0.4°maximum acidity when bottled
Harvest date > From the end of September to the end of November
Extraction temperature > First cold pressed, maximum 26°C
System of extraction > Ecological 2 phases continuous system
Yield > Between 10.5% to 13%
Size > Glass bottle 0,25 – 0,5 Liters
Certifications
Awards
Organic Europe
Organic USA
Organic China
Moroccan Halal
Kosher for Passover
Carbon Neutral Company
Los Angeles International EVOO Competition
China International Olive Oil Competition
AIPO
Flos Olei
Great Taste Awards competition
Travel+ Leisure
International EVOO Competition
Leone d’Oro dei Mastri Oleari
Les Terroirs de Marrakech from Marrakech
Altitude: 390 m
Surface: 300 Ha
Net planted surface: old centenary orchard 30 Ha / modern orchard 215 Ha (245 Ha in total)
Olive trees: old orchard 3,000 / modern orchard 398,180 (401,180 trees in total)
Density: old centenary orchard 100 trees/Ha (10 meters between each tree and each row of trees) / modern orchard 1,852 trees/Ha (1.35 meters between each tree and 4 meters between each row of trees)
Olives per tree: old centenary orchard 60 Kg / modern orchard 6 Kg
Production: old centenary orchard 25,000 Liters with 0.4°maximum acidity / modern orchard 450,000 Liters with 0.2° maximum acidity (only extra virgin olive oil)
Soil properties: 30% clay, 35% muddy/limoneux, 35% sandy. In overall, well balanced soil. (PH 8.34)
Water origin: Atlas acquifere (supplied by the snow melt of the Atlas mountains) and Dam water supply
Cultivars: old centerany orchard Picholine du Languedoc (French variety, 80%), Picholine Marocaine (autoctona, 10%), Menara (autoctona, 2%), Haouzia (autoctona, 2%), Chemlali (tunisian, 2%), Dahbia (autoctona, 4%) / modern orchard Arbequina (Spanish variety, 84%) and Arbossana (Spanish variety, 16%)
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Atlas
Proud of my Italian oils I had a little reticence in trying a Moroccan oil. With my big surprise I found it really delicious. I used it raw, but I’ve to admit, it’s great for frying too. It has very hi smoke point that makes my ‘fritto misto’ lovely golden and crunchy. I highly recommend it!
Les Terroirs de Marrakech
I bought this oil as I was attracted by its elegant and unusual bottle. Such a precious container had to contain a very special product and I was right! The bottle on your table is a pleasure for your eyes and when you pour it, pervasive perfumes invites your dining companions to taste it and they feel privileged to savor such a rare nectar. My guests are special and I love being a perfect gracious hostess.
Desert Miracle
I discovered this great oil when looking for a good oil for my olive oil ice cream. It resulted to be the best one. Now I use it as a topping to add savory complexity to many of my sweet treats. Delicious!
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