Every olive oil tells a story. The story of ALMADORADA is rooted in the land where it was born, in the climate that shapes the growth of our olive trees, and in the people who have preserved the culture of our region for generations. To truly understand its origins, you have to begin here: in Extremadura.
A region that does not seek to impress with spectacle, but reveals itself through authenticity and depth. A land to be discovered gradually, where nature, time and tradition remain deeply connected.
One of Spain's most authentic regions
In the South-West of Spain, bordering Portugal, lies Extremadura: a land of open spaces, silence and seemingly endless horizons.
Here, rolling hills, wide plains, forests and cultivated fields create a natural mosaic that has preserved its balance over the centuries. It is a territory far removed from the fast pace of modern life and the most popular tourist routes.
Nature continues to set the rhythm of life and the passing of the seasons, while traditions, culture and rural life coexist in a balance that still defines this land today.
It is this harmony that makes Extremadura one of Spain's most authentic regions.
The dehesa: the landscape that defines a region
Among Extremadura's most distinctive features is the dehesa, an ecosystem unlike any other in the world. It is a landscape of open pastureland scattered with holm oaks and cork oaks, where nature and human activity have coexisted in harmony for centuries.
Traditional livestock farming, agriculture and extraordinary biodiversity all thrive here, shaping the agricultural identity of the region.
The dehesa is more than a natural landscape: it represents a way of living and understanding the relationship between people and the land, based on balance, respect for natural resources and the ability to preserve their value over time.
This harmony remains one of the keys to understanding the true identity and character of Extremadura.
A land where nature sets the pace and culture has been shaped over centuries
Extremadura is home to more than fifty protected natural areas and some of the Iberian Peninsula's most precious ecosystems.
Monfragüe National Park, renowned for its birds of prey and many rare species, is one of the finest examples of this extraordinary natural heritage. Here, nature is not merely a backdrop, it is an active presence that influences everyday life, agriculture and food production.
The seasons set the rhythm of work in the fields, and time continues to follow its own natural course, untouched by the pressures of modern life.
The identity of this land is reflected not only in its landscapes, but also in the culture that has evolved over the centuries. Extremadura is the result of centuries of cultural exchange: Romans, Arabs, Christians and Jews have all left profound traces that continue to shape the region's architecture, traditions and gastronomy.
Cities such as Mérida, with its remarkable Roman heritage, and Cáceres, whose historic centre has been recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1986, tell a long and complex story that continues to live on today.
Yet perhaps the most authentic legacy of Extremadura can be found in everyday life: recipes passed down from generation to generation, local ingredients, and an enduring commitment to the quality of raw materials.
A cuisine built on essential ingredients
The cuisine of Extremadura is both simple and generous. It does not seek complexity, but rather celebrates exceptional ingredients through preparations that respect their natural purity.
From this land come some of Spain's most celebrated gastronomic treasures: Jamón Ibérico, the renowned Torta del Casar cheese, Pimentón de la Vera, cherries from the Jerte Valley and the wines of Ribera del Guadiana.
Although each product is unique, they all share the same philosophy: letting the land speak for itself.
The essence of Extremadura in every drop
With approximately 300,000 hectares of olive groves, Extremadura is one of Spain's leading olive-growing regions. Yet its true essence lies beyond the numbers, in the remarkable diversity of its landscapes, the richness of its soils and its native olive varieties, all the result of centuries of adaptation and a deeply rooted olive-growing tradition.
In the province of Cáceres, among rolling hills and olive groves that follow the natural contours of the landscape, Manzanilla Cacereña has long thrived. This historic olive variety expresses the character of the region with remarkable authenticity. Every harvest reflects the close relationship between nature and knowledge passed down over time.
Extra virgin olive oil is one of the most authentic expressions through which Extremadura tells its story. Every drop embodies the landscape, the seasons, and the culture of a land defined by its deep connection to nature.
This is where ALMADORADA begins: with the desire to preserve and share this heritage through an olive oil that authentically reflects the land from which it comes.