The exquisite flavor of the best White Tuna – Bonito del Norte – is enhanced by the olive oil that gives it a soft texture and tenderness. As with wine or ham, it is possible to create a canned White Tuna product cellar, as its quality and flavour will improve over the years. 
Ortiz prepare their White Tuna in olive oil using traditional methods: individually line-caught during the fishing season. It is carefully prepared by hand and packaged in olive oil. It has an exquisite flavour and a delicate texture on the palate.
 
White Tuna (Thunnus alalunga), also known as longfin tuna, is the most prized fish for its texture and flavour. It has a long central fin up to two thirds of its size, which gives it the characteristic name of alalunga, or long fin.
Serving suggestions
Best enjoyed simply to appreciate its character: served at room temperature with good bread, a sprinkle of sea salt and perhaps a squeeze of lemon. It’s also superb with blanched asparagus, soft herbs, or folded gently through warm white beans with olive oil.
Wine match
Spanish white: A serious white Rioja or aged Albariño
Australian option: Adelaide Hills Chardonnay (lean, not too oaky) or a premium Tasmanian Chardonnay
 
Ingredients: white tuna (Thunnus alalunga) 73%, olive oil 26% and salt
 
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.