Since 1942 Minerva has been known for its superior quality. Fantastic canned Portuguese sardines in olive oil that will make you forget all those you have tasted so far. The addition of lemon makes this product delicious. The quality of this canning is due to the use of real and authentic Atlantic sardines, the “Pilchardus” Sardines. It is also due to the traditional Portuguese preparation method by which the sardines are selected and prepared by hand, one by one, are pre-cooked in steam and then canned in their sauce. A use-by date is always indicated on the cans, but sardines in olive oil can be stored for several years as they improve with age.