A beautifully tender bonito tuna with the clean, delicate flavour that Ortiz is known for, finished with the gentle warmth and subtle fruitiness of Espelette pepper.
The pepper adds a lovely little lift without overpowering the tuna, leaving plenty of room for its rich, meaty texture and naturally savoury flavour to shine.
This is a particularly good tin for eating simply; pile it onto good crusty bread, add it to a tomato and white bean salad, or serve with roasted peppers and a drizzle of the oil from the tin. It also makes a cracking pintxo with a little crusty bread, roasted red pepper and a touch of fresh parsley.
 
Tasting notes: Tender and meaty tuna, rich olive oil, gentle spice, subtle sweetness and a clean, savoury finish.
Serving suggestions: Crusty bread and tomatoes; white bean and roasted pepper salad; pintxos with piquillo peppers; or simply straight from the tin.
Wine match:
Australian: A cool-climate Pinot Gris, particularly one with good freshness and a little texture.
European: A crisp Albariño from Galicia; fresh, saline and lively enough to cut through the olive oil while complementing the tuna beautifully.
 
For more than 130 years, Conservas Ortiz has been one of Spain’s most respected names in tinned seafood. Based in the Basque Country, Ortiz is synonymous with craftsmanship, sustainability, and the pursuit of excellence. From hand-filleting anchovies to line-catching tuna and using traditional aging methods for sardines, Ortiz’s approach blends generational knowledge with an enduring respect for the sea. Their tins are a staple in Spanish pantries—and with good reason.