Our Land

The journey began as a quest to find a new family home that would provide a break from the busy city life, in a sanctuary where multiple generations could live in harmony with nature and pursue a common purpose.

After a fortunate Google search, a phone call, and a subsequent flight, we found ourselves in Cadiar, a charming village nestled among the majestic, snow-capped mountains of the Sierra Nevada, Spain. Here we discovered La Noria – or perhaps La Noria discovered us?

La Noria is a historic Spanish family estate, hidden within a secluded canyon, surrounded by dramatic rock formations, with hundreds of ancient olive and almond trees, natural springs and a lush oak forests that serve as a haven for diverse wildlife. Elevated on ancient terrace structures that date back to Moorish times, the estate's majestic olive trees bask in abundant sunlight, breathe in fresh ocean breezes from the Mediterranean, and flourish in the crisp mountain climate.

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The name "La Noria" stems from its unique feature—year-round access to natural spring water. The Spanish word “Noria” refers to a hydro powered scoop wheel historically used to lift water into small aqueducts, providing essential water supplies to villages and irrigation for fields. The canyon used to be a strong river and throughout the estate, visitors can still find remnants of these ancient water systems.The water source still holds today, with pristine mountain water trickling from the rocks and multiple natural water springs on our farm, providing life to the farm, its trees and animals.

La Cortijo de la Noria was once run by a big farmers family in the region and farming wine, animals, olives and vegetables. With the tides of time, it was abanonded and lay untouched for decades. After discovering this hidden gem, we have taken it as our mission to breathe new life into the estate and restore it to its former glory and natural beauty. We are currently renovating the old farm house and structures, with the mission to stay as close to its traditional building methods and architecture as possible.

Located in the Alpujarras, a secluded and historic mountain range that overlooks the ocean toward the shores of Morocco, this region features glaciers reaching elevations of up to 3,500 meters above sea level. The Alpujarras is celebrated for its picturesque, whitewashed mountain villages, which embody a harmonious blend of Spanish and Moorish architecture and culture. The Alpujareños, some of the kindest and happiest people we have ever encountered, live in symbiosis with nature, valuing traditional craftsmanship and cherishing their local community. Every year, villagers come together from near and far to harvest fields, tend to flocks, and support one another until the work is complete.

With the help of our neighbours from Cadiar, we embarked on our journey of producing organic olive oil, drawing upon a wealth of knowledge accumulated over generations. The generosity, passion, and love for nature possessed by the Alpujareños are reflected in every drop of La Noria Olive Oil.

Excellence in Every Drop

At La Noria, every drop capsulates our dedication to excellence, quality and sustainability. What was started as a new family sanctuary evolved into a small farm and family busines for fresh, wholesome and healthy produce.

We craft farm to table products around olive oil, almonds and other local specialities. We take great care and take pride in doing every step of the process ourselves as a family and by hand - from nourishing the trees to bottling and numbering our olive oil bottles, reflecting our commitment to care and craftsmanship.

Our Values

  • Quality

    La Noria is committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality and flavor in its products. We exclusively genuine, unadulterated 100% Lechin olives, which are grown in a unique climate and harvested manually. Our family is leading in every stage of production to ensure highest care.

  • Tradition

    In an era of mass production and overconsumption, we honor the timeless values and traditions of the Alpujarreno heritage and traditional farming methods. We take pride in working with our hands producing small scale high quality produce. We commit to the highest sustainability standards at our farm and experiment with sustainability innovations such as permaculture.

  • Connection

    La Noria cultivates community. As a small family-run business, deep connections are important to us. We love to invite friends and neighbours over, sit around the dinner table and share stories over good food.

Sierra Nevada

The lands of the Sierra Nevada are a breathtaking tapestry of natural beauty and ecological diversity. Located in Andalusia, Southern Spain, this mountain range stands as one of Europe's most majestic natural landmarks. It is characterized by its towering peaks with vast glaciers and snowcaps glistening in the sun. The Sierra Nevada is not only known for its striking alpine scenery but also for its unique biodiversity. Designated as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, it supports a rich variety of flora and fauna, some of which are endemic to the region. This environmental haven is complemented by cultural richness, with small villages exhibiting traditional whitewashed architecture that speaks to the Moorish influence. Together, the natural and cultural elements of the Sierra Nevada lands offer a captivating blend of serenity, adventure, and heritage.

Las Alpujarras

The Alpujarras, located on the southern slopes of the Sierra Nevada mountains in Andalusia near Granada and Malaga, is a secluded, historic, and picturesque region known for its rich cultural and natural heritage.

This area, the last stronghold of the Moors, features distinctive architecture with traditional villages characterized by whitewashed houses and traditional farming practices that have remained unchanged for 75 years, focusing on olives, almonds, and sheep. Local craftsmanship, including rugs, ceramics, and textiles, alongside Moorish influences in architecture and culture, highlight the region's rich cultural tapestry.

"At La Noria, we pour our hearts and souls into every aspect of our work, driven by our family mission to produce food that is not only nourishing, healthy and sustainable, but also honors the traditions and integrity of our land"