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375 ml Napa, California - 2012 CCOF Organic

Albert's oils are truly a work of art. He labors over every bit of the process, testing and tasting, feeling his olives. His December oil is perhaps the hardest for him to create. It means he must make a decision, the very first of the new year on the blend and thus, the taste. It sets the standard for the rest of the year.

2012 Tasting Notes:
A good spoonful of Katz Decembers New Oil fills the mouth and stays. Lingering on the tip of the tongue as a clean bitterness rises and then rolls down the sides of the tongue. The oil stays on the lips and in the front of the mouth leaving a distinct flavor.

It takes some time for the flavor to dissipate, and then when you think it's over in the mouth, and all is clear, the peppery kick punches you in the back of the throat and you cough. Katz oil is not for the fainthearted. Tingly on the tongue and coughing in the back this oil is in your face and wants to stay there. Aggressive in nature, it is like a great conversation. This oil rocks!



2011 Tasting Notes:
The first to arrive of the two thousand ten pressings, we opened our sample with great anticipation. If you are quick with your nose you can get a wonderfully full whiff of the oil vapor just after you open the bottle for the first time.

Like last year, the oil is a beautiful green - mesmerizing as you stare at its sheen. It has a full, smooth feel in the mouth. With less pronounced "early" olive and more sophisticated mature olive feel. Almost salty in taste on the edges of the tongue and without the harsh ripe olive taste that sometimes comes with new oils. Taken in small sips, it is intoxicating and one wants to have more. If you want fire in the throat, take a big sip to get the desired burn! Nature is an interesting partner and this year has been kind to us through Albert and Kim Katz's December's New Oil!

2009 Tasting Notes:
This year we are rewarded with a splendid oil, his very best December Oil ever! You can never ever have too many new oils .

Always powerful. Always strong. A Californian with personality, blended to perfection.

Nothing like fresh lightly toasted bread drenched in new oil and sea salt! Check out the other oils for other lip smacking ideas!