Independent Inspector’s Report
Product: Classic Olive Oil (Castelas – Vallée des Baux-de-Provence, France)
Category: Olive Oil & Condiments
Award Reference: Distinction SAVEUR SUPRÊME™
10-Point Evaluation
- Colour & Visual Appearance ………….. 9.50/10 – Bright golden-green, vivid clarity.
- Aroma ………………………………………… 9.60/10 – Fresh, vegetal with artichoke and almond notes.
- Flavour Intensity ……………………………. 9.50/10 – Balanced fruitiness, lively yet elegant.
- Complexity & Depth ………………………. 9.60/10 – Layers of apple, tomato plant, late peppery finish.
- Naturalness (purity) ……………………… 9.50/10 – Cold-pressed, no additives, traditional olives.
- Authenticity (origin & terroir) ………… 9.50/10 – True Vallée des Baux-de-Provence identity.
- Culinary Versatility ………………………. 9.40/10 – Ideal as finishing oil for salads, fish, pasta.
- Packaging & Preservation ……………. 9.40/10 – Elegant, protective, maintains freshness.
- Consistency Across Tastings ………… 9.50/10 – Stable quality, reliable aromatic profile.
- Overall Professional Value …………. 9.60/10 – Premium benchmark for French olive oils.
Final Average Score: 9.50/10
Conclusion
Castelas Classic Olive Oil is a premium Provençal blend, cold-pressed within hours of harvest to preserve freshness and flavour. With aromas of artichoke, almond, green apple, and tomato plant, it delivers elegance, balance, and a peppery finish. Perfect for salads, fish, vegetables, pasta, or aged cheeses, this versatile extra virgin olive oil reflects the terroir of Provence and proudly carries the SAVEUR SUPRÊME™ distinction.
