{"product_id":"pons-janiroc-akl-extra-virgin-olive-oil","title":"Pons JANIROC 'AKL' Extra Virgin Olive Oil","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade exclusively from olives grown on the family's own estates, Pons AKL is an extra virgin olive oil crafted from an exclusive blend of Arbequina, Koroneiki, and Lecciana. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt's obtained from very green olives, harvested at early ripeness, through low-temperature extraction to preserve the oil's aromatic freshness and functional properties to the fullest. This process maximises a high polyphenol content, responsible for the oil's oxidative stability, sensory complexity, and natural antioxidant activity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eArbequina brings softness and elegance; Koroneiki, character and structure; Lecciana, density, richness, and cohesion. The result is a balanced, complex extra virgin olive oil with notes of freshly cut herbs, green leaves, and green almond. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe high polyphenol content contributes to the oil's oxidative stability and natural antioxidants, with a recognised role in protection against oxidative stress.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt's a precise, expressive and versatile oil which is great with raw vegetables and salads, grilled or pan-seared fish, white meats, finishing dishes raw\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eProducer\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince the 1930s, and spanning four generations, the Pons family has been deeply and passionately engaged in the cultivation of olives in the Lleida region of Catalonia. Their approach combines age-old wisdom with cutting-edge agronomic practices, ensuring each drop of Pons oil is a testament to both the past, and the future, of finest olive oil cultivation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePons has won an incredible number of awards including three Gold Awards at the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efor their JANIROC range. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIl Magnifico 2025\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for their JANIROC Lecciana oil, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003esix prizes\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eat the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMonocultivar Olive Oil Top 2025\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and an astounding \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e11 awards\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eat the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEVOO Catalonia 2024 Awards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Additionally, Pons has been recognised as a new member of the exclusive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEQOO (Extra Quality Olive Oil) group\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a distinction reserved for the best extra virgin olive oil producers worldwide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pons family have always been innovative leaders and have created many initiatives to ensure a successful future. Their olive ‘library’ project saw the planting of 313 varieties to identify which ones would cope best with changing climatic conditions, were most adaptive to terroir, displayed resilience within intensive organic cultivation, and offered superior organoleptic qualities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey have patiently, and over time, added to their extensive land holdings with the purchase of adjoining small plots. This has enabled Pons to embark on a project to plant over 1 million olive trees by 2028. To date, they are well on the way to achieving this ambitious goal. Recognising that water is a truly precious resource, Pons have state-of-the-art irrigation technology in place to manage and optimise water use sustainably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePons also uses technology to make sure the olives are harvested at their optimal peak, and once in the mill all production methods are co-ordinated to make sure robust polyphenol content is preserved. This is key to ensuring that the highest possible antioxidant properties and health benefits are retained, while contributing to a stable product with good shelf-life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlongside their exceptional olive oils, Pons offer a range of quality versions of classic Spanish ingredients including; vinegars, olives, capers, caperberries and sweet white garlic. A selected range of fabulous wines completes the Pons offering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sabato","offers":[{"title":"750ml bottle","offer_id":60835072934174,"sku":"PONJANAKL750","price":57.9,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500ml bottle","offer_id":60835072966942,"sku":"PONJANAKL500","price":39.9,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0322\/5832\/6573\/files\/PONJANAKL500_800.jpg?v=1793840329","url":"https:\/\/sabato.co.nz\/products\/pons-janiroc-akl-extra-virgin-olive-oil","provider":"Sabato","version":"1.0","type":"link"}