Deep in the quiet sun-scorched hills surrounding the town of Montcarapacho, Monterosa’s philosophy has led it more than once to make the most of the unexpected.

Aerial view of terraced vineyards along the Douro River in the Douro Valley region of Portugal. - Olive Oil Times

Business

May. 17, 2017

Portugal's Skyrocketing Olive Oil Industry

In 2016, Portugal became the seventh largest olive oil producer and the fourth largest olive oil exporting country.

Man smiling while harvesting olives from an olive tree, holding branches with olives. - Olive Oil Times

Dec. 9, 2016 World

Detlev Von Rosen, One of Portugal’s Most Celebrated Producers, Dies

A panoramic view of an olive grove with rows of olive trees under a cloudy sky. - Olive Oil Times

Nov. 26, 2016 Business

Uncertainty Leads to Higher Prices in Spain

Two ASAE police officers in uniform with visible text on the back of their jackets. - Olive Oil Times

Nov. 22, 2016 Business

Portugal Seizes Adulterated Olive Oil in Raid

View of terraced vineyards on hills with a distant village and olive trees in the foreground. - Olive Oil Times

Feb. 24, 2016 Europe

Historic Olive Harvest Expected in Portugal

Two glass containers with olive oil, one blue and one clear, positioned on a reflective surface. - Olive Oil Times

May. 21, 2013 Production

Professional Olive Oil Training the Focus in Portugal

A solitary olive tree stands in a field during sunset, with soft golden light illuminating the landscape. - Olive Oil Times

Production

Nov. 15, 2010

Trás-os-Montes Producers Focus on Quality

The Trasmontanos are said to be daring and hardworking. Whether an accurate stereotype or not, something keeps propelling this region into the international spotlight for premium olive oil.