Lecciana: the Italo-Spanish gem starring in our Via Domitia 2025
At Llàgrimes del Canigó, we have always been committed to excellence and authenticity, selecting the best varieties to craft our oils. Although our farm on the Costa Brava does not grow the Lecciana variety, this year we had the opportunity to work with it thanks to some producer friends who manage a century-old estate, rich in history and passion for olive trees. The result of this collaboration is our new Via Domitia 2025, a unique blend of Lecciana and Picual that is already winning over demanding palates.
What is Lecciana?
The Lecciana is a recently developed olive variety, born from the controlled crossing of two major international olive tree references: Leccino (Italy) and Arbequina (Spain). This combination was developed with the aim of obtaining an olive that is highly productive, resistant to diseases and extreme climatic conditions, and with an exceptional organoleptic profile.
It is a variety selected for its agronomic and sensory qualities, and it is currently being planted in new high-density and super-intensive olive groves in countries such as Spain, Portugal, Australia, Chile, and the United States.
Characteristics of the Lecciana olive tree:
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High productivity: one of the reasons for its popularity in new agricultural projects. It has early production and stable yields.
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Resistance: shows good tolerance to diseases such as verticillium wilt and repels water stress well.
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Adaptability: performs well in both temperate climates and regions with more extreme conditions.
Lecciana extra virgin olive oil profile:
The EVOO produced with this variety is characterized by being:
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Medium green fruitiness, with a very balanced aromatic complexity.
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Predominant notes of green almond, apple, tomato, and olive leaf.
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On the palate, it has a sweet entry, with a light bitterness and an elegant pungency, which makes it very pleasant on the palate and suitable for both direct consumption and fine dining.
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Its oxidative stability is excellent, giving it a prolonged shelf life.
Sustainability and innovation
Lecciana also represents an evolution in modern olive growing. Its ability to adapt to more efficient and sustainable cultivation systems, along with its harmonious sensory profile, makes it an ideal candidate for the production of premium oils with their own identity, such as our Via Domitia 2025.
A limited edition with history
The story of Via Domitia 2025 begins with a reunion of friends. During a visit to a century-old olive grove we know well, they offered us part of their Lecciana harvest from this year. It was love at first taste: its aromatic profile, its purity, and its ability to complement other varieties captivated us.
We then decided to create a special blend with our Picual, adding the character and intensity that characterizes our Costa Brava oils. Thus, this limited edition of Via Domitia 2025 was born, a fusion of Mediterranean tradition and varietal innovation, also inspired by the vision of the Ampurdan painter Aldo Comas.
A coupage with personality
The Via Domitia 2025 represents a perfect balance between the fruity intensity of Picual and the harmonious softness of Lecciana. The result is an oil:
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With a medium-high green fruitiness, very aromatic.
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Notes of freshly cut grass, green apple, almond, and a subtle spicy finish.
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A silky texture, ideal for fresh dishes, fish, roasted vegetables, or simply good sourdough bread.
It is a limited edition that reflects our philosophy: innovating without losing our roots, sharing unique flavors, and valuing the artisanal work of those who lovingly cultivate the land.
Our commitment to quality
Although Lecciana is not part of our usual crops, we believe in the richness that opening ourselves to new varieties brings, as long as they share our vision of sustainability, respect for the environment, and excellence. That's why this collaboration has been so special: not only have we found an exceptional olive, but also a story that perfectly fits the spirit of Llàgrimes del Canigó.
Via Domitia 2025 is now available in our online store. If you want to discover a different oil, full of nuances and with a story behind it, this is your opportunity > VIEW PRODUCT HERE