Discover the secrets of olive oil making with a guided tour at S.C.A SAN VICENTE in Puerta de Las Villas. Learn about traditional methods, taste fresh oils, and explore the scenic landscapes behind this centuries-old craft.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
No physical fitness required, comfortable for all ages
Wildlife
History
Puerta de Las Villas has been cultivating olives for over 200 years, shaping local cuisine and economy.
Conservation
The cooperatives prioritize sustainable farming by avoiding harmful chemicals and promoting eco-friendly harvesting techniques.
S.C.A SAN VICENTE (Puerta de Las Villas)
Discover the secrets of olive oil making with a guided tour at S.C.A SAN VICENTE in Puerta de Las Villas. Learn about traditional methods, taste fresh oils, and explore the scenic landscapes behind this centuries-old craft.
S.C.A SAN VICENTE (Puerta de Las Villas) is a cooperative olive oil producer based in Mogón, Andalucía. The cooperative operates an almazara (olive mill) that produces AOVE Puerta de las Villas, an extra virgin olive oil made from local olive varieties. The business offers guided on-site experiences designed to explain olive oil production and allow visitors to taste and learn.
Visitors can choose between two main experiences: a one-hour guided "Visita a la almazara" that presents the production process and mill facilities, and a 1.5-hour "Visita a la almazara + cata y/o desayuno" that adds a focused tasting of oils and an optional breakfast featuring local products. Both experiences are hosted at the almazara in Mogón and include explanations of milling, pressing, and oil classification.
S.C.A SAN VICENTE welcomes visitors of all ages and provides educational visits suitable for individuals, families, and small groups. Booking information and schedules are available through featured listings such as The Adventure Collective and direct contact with the cooperative. The almazara experience emphasizes hands-on learning about cultivation, pressing, and sensory evaluation of olive oil.
The cooperative maintains production transparency by offering guided tours inside the working facility so visitors can see equipment and processes in context. Information shared during visits focuses on factual steps of olive oil production and the characteristics of AOVE Puerta de las Villas. S.C.A SAN VICENTE serves as a local point of access to Andalusian olive oil tradition and the technical side of oil production. Tours are available by prior reservation.
Location
Mogón, Andalucía
Almazara site in the province of Jaén
Visit Duration
1–1.5 hr
Options: 1 hour or 1.5 hours
All Ages
Visitors welcome
Educational visits for all ages
Product
AOVE Puerta de las Villas
Local extra virgin olive oil
Book a guided visita a la almazara or visita a la almazara + cata y/o desayuno to learn about AOVE Puerta de las Villas and taste local oils — reserve ahead to secure preferred times.
Arrive early
Get there at least 15 minutes before the tour begins to ensure a relaxed experience.
Wear comfortable shoes
The tour involves walking through the mill and outdoors, so suitable footwear is recommended.
Sample the oils
Make sure to taste different varieties of olive oil and ask questions about the production process.
Bring a bottle
Bring a small container to take home a sample of their fresh olive oil.
Comfortable shoes
Necessary for walking around the mill and outdoor areas.
Hat and sunscreen
Protect yourself from the sun during outdoor parts of the tour.
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Notebook and pen
Take notes or jot down questions during the guided tour.
Small bottle or container
Bring a container to take home your favorite olive oil sample.