WinnerCarapelli Original Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Our
tasters’ favorite supermarket EVOO was “buttery and sweet!” with a
“grassy aroma; smells like tomato stems.” “Very herbaceous, with a
fruity, olive-y flavor,” “slightly bitter, but in balance,” it “builds
and lingers” and was “peppery at the finish,” “perfect for dipping bread
in.” With its recent harvest date, just a few months before our
tasting, this oil had the advantage of simply being fresher than many
others in our lineup and tasters noticed “This one feels more special
and in a better state (freshness, etc.) than some others I tried today.”
Source: Spain, PortugalHarvest Date on Label: YesPrice at Time of Testing: $10.39 for 17 oz ($0.61 per oz)
