Sardines
Illustrated Coastal scene inspired by Galicia, near Vilagarcía de Arousa.
La Narval
Vilagarcía de Arousa, Galicia, Spain ⚠︎ details being verified
La Narval is a Galician brand of Conservas Artesanas Gallegas SL, based at Arealonga in Vilagarcía de Arousa, using daily fresh raw materials and a traditional seawater-cooked, dried sardine method.
At a glance
| Country | Spain |
|---|---|
| Region | Galicia |
| City | Vilagarcía de Arousa |
| Company | Conservas Artesanas Gallegas SL |
| Species | Sardina pilchardus (European pilchard) · Legally determined |
Notable facts
- Legal owner is Conservas Artesanas Gallegas SL, at Arealonga, Vilagarcía de Arousa.
- Activity is in the Ría de Arousa with fresh raw materials received daily.
- Small sardines are cooked in seawater and dried before sauce, then rehydrate in the tin, combining Galician heritage with modern technology.
- The company and address are confirmed, and canning at that exact address is strongly indicated but not explicitly stated in the source.
Products
Small sardines
Catch area: FAO 27 (Northeast Atlantic)
Cooked in seawater and dried before sauce; rehydrate in the tin.
Where to buyEvidence & uncertainties
Overall sourcing confidence for this profile: ⚠︎ details being verified.
Species — Legally determined: Sold unqualified as "sardines" in the EU, where only Sardina pilchardus may be — so the species is legally required.