Sensors
 Apogée is an intensely fruity, highly aromatic extra virgin olive oil that captures the essence of the single-varietal Bouteillan at a point of cosmic clarity. The oil presents itself as green, luminous, and simply impressive. On the nose, a very fresh, mysterious aroma rises, dominated by precise, almost ethereal notes of green banana and a sharp hint of lemon. On the palate, the intense fruit reveals a pure form of being without bitterness. It culminates in a long, clear, and peppery finish that lingers like a luminous trail.

 Origin & Processing
 This legendary oil stems from the deep connection between Eric Martin and the terroir of Orgnac-l'Aven. It is a plot-selected blend of olives grown exclusively on the Urgon limestone. For Apogée, the Bouteillan variety is harvested at a moment of peak vivacity – during the first days of the olive harvest in October 2025. The name Apogée (zenith) recalls the original intention to synchronize the harvest with the apogee of the moon (the point in its orbit farthest from Earth). However, because the apogee in October 2025 occurred on the second-to-last day of the month and therefore did not coincide with the zenith of the Bouteillan olives, Eric Martin harvested the fruit at the beginning of October. After the swift harvest, the olives are crushed and then subjected to controlled malaxation to extract the perfect aroma from the olive paste. The oil is then double-centrifuged and immediately filtered. This process is an alchemical precision that guarantees the oil's freshness and stability. So that it's sure to bring you joy!

 background
 Apogée is the result of a mystical devotion to the Bouteillan variety. The iconic label, featuring a toxic-green alien likeness, suggests that the purity of the early harvest and the lunar connection have produced an oil whose aromatic profile transcends earthly norms. Apogée is not just an oil; it is a moment of transcendence captured in liquid – a tribute to the pure, untouched variety and the secret energy of the moon.

 Food pairing
 Apogée is ideal for lovers of oils whose character, origin, and history captivate them. Its otherworldly clarity and lack of bitterness make it the perfect companion for moments of silence and revelation.

 
 Sublimated dark chocolate desserts – a luminous contrast to the deep bitterness of the cocoa bean.
 
 Interesting as a fine fillet on grilled vegetables, which it coats with a lunar sheen.
 
 An elegant accompaniment to a rocket (roquette) salad or fresh goat cheese, to which it adds a touch of the unknown.


 Note from the Master of Olive Oil
 “Apogée is a legendary oil that pushes the boundaries of what is possible. Its extraordinary aromatic clarity is so pure, so pristine, that it seems almost otherworldly – an allusion so aptly captured by the label. Here, Eric Martin has not only harvested olives, he has captured a cosmic moment. It is the bottle at its zenith, freed from the weight of earthly bitterness. Apogée is for the connoisseur who seeks the purity and mysterious energy of nature and who sees more in an olive oil than just fat: namely, the liquid transcendence of a moment. It is an experience that sears itself deeply into the sensory memory.”
 – Silvan Brun, Master of Olive Oil

 Import, warehousing & quality assurance
 To ensure the enjoyment doesn't end with the product description, this oil was imported to Switzerland under temperature-controlled conditions (between 6 and 18 °C, depending on the truck). The oil is also stored at a constant ambient temperature of 15–18 °C, protected from light. This temperature-controlled logistics preserves the chemical, physiological, and sensory quality of the olive oil to the best of our ability. In the olive oil business—especially in the premium segment—such meticulous care is essential, yet evoo.expert is one of the very few retailers who consistently maintain an unbroken cold chain. You can smell and taste the difference.