HORTA DE SANT JOAN WORKSHOP FIELD GUIDE
Under the Canopy of Centuries: A Two‑Hour Olive‑Oil Workshop at Identitat
A focused, two-hour walk among century-old olive trees at Identitat Extra Virgin Olive Oil that closes with a guided tasting of three monovarietal oils and a primer on sustainable cultivation.
Under the Canopy of Centuries: A Two‑Hour Olive‑Oil Workshop at Identitat.
On the slopes around Horta de Sant Joan, Identitat Extra Virgin Olive Oil opens its century-old groves for a compact, field‑side workshop. Participants stroll among venerable olive trees, learn the principles of ecological, agro‑environmental cultivation and tree biology, and finish with a tasting of the estate’s monovarietal oils while separating fact from myth about olive oil and its health benefits.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Centuries-old groves at El Tossal
A short walk threads through ancient olive trees on Identitat’s estate, giving a direct view of the trees’ form and the environment in which ecological cultivation is practiced.
Sustainable, ecological farming explained
The workshop covers the agro‑environmental practices used at the finca and introduces basic tree biology to show how these methods support healthy, resilient groves.
Monovarietal tasting and myth‑busting
The visit ends with a tasting of Empeltre, Arbequina and Picual oils, plus a practical guide to distinguishing oil qualities and the principal health claims and misconceptions.
What the day feels like
How the two‑hour workshop unfolds
Over roughly two hours, guests meet at Identitat Extra Virgin Olive Oil and, using private cars, transfer a short distance to the El Tossal finca. A guided walk through the century‑old trees highlights ecological cultivation and tree biology, and the session closes with a focused tasting of the estate’s monovarietal oils and a discussion of market‑quality distinctions and health benefits.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this workshop suits — and why.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The workshop runs for approximately 2 hours.
Participants meet at Identitat Extra Virgin Olive Oil and use their own private cars to travel to the El Tossal finca, about a five‑minute drive from Horta de Sant Joan.
No specific equipment list is provided in the description; the activity consists of a short walk among olive trees and an on‑site tasting.
Operated by Identitat Wellness and Environment S. L., and held on the Identitat Extra Virgin Olive Oil estate.
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Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does the workshop take?
The activity lasts approximately 2 hours.
Where do we meet?
The meeting point is Identitat Extra Virgin Olive Oil, and participants travel by private car to the El Tossal finca about five minutes from Horta de Sant Joan.
What will we do during the visit?
You will walk among century‑old olive trees, learn about the estate’s ecological farming practices and tree biology, and finish with a tasting of monovarietal oils.
Which olive varieties are tasted?
The tasting features the estate’s monovarietal oils: Empeltre, Arbequina and Picual.
Is the workshop suitable for children and older visitors?
Yes—the activity is described as suitable for all ages.