WHO WE ARE

Since ancient times, our ancestors established the principles that continue to guide the creation and production of our exceptional extra virgin olive oil. These timeless values, combined with a modern aesthetic vision, gave life to Verde Esmeralda, bringing an olive oil once reserved for family consumption to the most discerning palates.

Verde Esmeralda represents the perfect balance between tradition and innovation, pursuing excellence in every bottle.

Emeralds are one of the world's four most precious gemstones, alongside diamonds, sapphires, and rubies.

One of the traditional methods used to enhance the color and appearance of emeralds is known as the Traditional Lapidary Method, which involves treating the gemstone with natural oil.

This internationally recognized gemological process fills tiny surface fissures and cavities with natural oil, enhancing the emerald's depth of color and overall appearance.

Inspired by this tradition, Verde Esmeralda presents its premium extra virgin olive oil in packaging adorned with three of these precious gemstones—Emerald, Sapphire, and Red Diamond—symbolizing the exceptional quality found inside every bottle.

A legendary product

CREATING A LEGACY

Built on the timeless principles of our ancestors, a deep respect for craftsmanship, and Samuel López Fernández's innovative vision, Verde Esmeralda was born. Every detail reflects our commitment to exceptional quality, refined aesthetics, and the pursuit of a truly legendary olive oil.

SELECTING THE FINEST OLIVES

With a bold vision and an unwavering commitment to excellence, Verde Esmeralda was created with one goal: producing one of the world's finest extra virgin olive oils. Every olive is carefully hand-selected to ensure exceptional quality and attention to detail.

THE EXTRACTION PROCESS

Producing exceptional extra virgin olive oil is more than a technique—it's a craft. From harvesting to extraction, every step is carefully controlled to preserve freshness and quality. By avoiding temperature fluctuations and maintaining ideal conditions throughout the process, we protect the natural character and flavor of every olive.

NUTRITION

Healthy olive trees are essential for producing outstanding olive oil. By using natural, environmentally responsible practices, we provide our groves with the nutrients they need to thrive while paying special attention to leaf health, the engine of photosynthesis.

WATER MANAGEMENT

Proper irrigation is essential to maintaining healthy olive trees. Using advanced technology, we carefully monitor soil moisture and provide the precise amount of water needed to promote optimal tree health and fruit quality.

NATURAL PEST MANAGEMENT

We protect our olive groves using environmentally friendly methods that respect both nature and fruit quality. Through biological control and the encouragement of natural predators, we effectively manage pests without relying on chemical treatments.

Harvesting the Fruit

HARVESTING THE OLIVES

Every olive is harvested with exceptional care following a meticulous selection process across different areas of the estate.

As the olives begin to ripen, we conduct continuous analyses and tastings throughout the groves to determine the ideal location and perfect harvest time.

Harvesting takes place between October 1 and October 15, depending on the season and the fruit's development. Because daytime temperatures in October can be high, harvesting is carried out at night to ensure the olives remain below 68°F (20°C) from the moment they are picked until extraction.

Once each harvesting area has been selected, only the finest olives are handpicked from every tree. The fruit then undergoes a careful sorting process, where any olives that do not meet our quality standards are removed.

The harvest lasts seven nights each year. The first night is entirely hand-harvested and reserved for our Luxury First Night edition. During the following six nights, the olives are mechanically harvested for the remaining collections: Premium, Red, Blue, Imagine, Baby, and Mini Premium.

ENHANCING BIODIVERSITY

From the very beginning, Verde Esmeralda has embraced farming practices that work in harmony with nature. We believe agriculture should be part of the natural ecosystem, not separate from it. That's why we have implemented a variety of initiatives to promote biodiversity across our olive groves.

ADAPTING IRRIGATION PONDS TO SUPPORT WILDLIFE

We have installed floating islands that provide safe nesting and resting areas for aquatic birds. These irrigation ponds have become unexpected sanctuaries for protected species such as coots, teals, ducks, and storks.

These initiatives help restore and maintain a healthy ecological balance within these human-made wetlands.

ESTABLISHING NATIVE VEGETATION AROUND IRRIGATION PONDS

We have addressed algae growth naturally by planting native aquatic and marsh vegetation. This vegetation improves water quality by increasing oxygen levels, reducing suspended solids, and naturally limiting excess nutrients that encourage algae growth.

CREATING BREEDING HABITATS FOR REPTILES AND AMPHIBIANS

We have created protected habitats around our irrigation ponds to encourage the settlement of amphibians and reptiles whose natural environments have been reduced over time.

INSTALLING DRINKING STATIONS FOR FARMLAND BIRDS

Although water is available in the irrigation ponds, it is not always accessible to every bird species because of the steep pond banks. To address this, we have installed dedicated drinking stations that provide safe and easy access to fresh water.

RESTORING SLOPES WITH NATIVE TREES AND SHRUBS

We have restored the embankments surrounding our reservoirs by planting native shrubs and trees that stabilize the soil, help prevent erosion, and provide food and shelter for local wildlife.

The restoration includes Mediterranean species such as wild olive trees, junipers, strawberry trees, hawthorns, mastic trees, viburnums, pistachio trees, myrtle, Phillyrea, Osyris, and Daphne, among many others.

REFORESTING DEGRADED AREAS

We are restoring areas previously affected by intensive monoculture to create a healthier and more diverse landscape across our estate. These newly planted trees provide valuable nesting habitats for bird species that naturally help control olive pests.

The reforestation has been carried out using low-density planting methods that preserve native grasslands and open spaces, encouraging greater biodiversity.

RESTORING ROADSIDES, DITCHES, PATHS, AND BOUNDARIES

We are restoring natural vegetation along roads, ditches, pathways, and field boundaries to encourage beneficial insects and other natural predators.

To provide year-round flowering, we have carefully selected native plant species that bloom throughout different seasons, ensuring a continuous food source for pollinators and wildlife.

Our restoration efforts also extend to ravines and the natural lake located on the estate's gypsum-rich soils. We have cataloged numerous native gypsum-adapted plant species and continue expanding these populations through targeted conservation and replanting initiatives.

SOIL REGENERATION TECHNIQUES

We have transformed the way we care for our soil, allowing us to prevent erosion while naturally improving its fertility. Our goal is to work with nature rather than against it by applying regenerative farming practices that increase organic carbon, improve soil fertility, and enhance water retention.

To achieve this, we carefully manage ground cover, prune responsibly, recycle organic plant material into compost, and cultivate beneficial microorganisms that are later returned to the soil to strengthen its natural ecosystem.

We also use Keyline® farming techniques to improve the soil's ability to capture and retain rainwater, naturally directing it to where it is needed most. On one of our estates, a natural lake benefits from these regenerative practices, creating a healthier ecosystem that supports both wildlife and native vegetation while improving the landscape's long-term resilience.