- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Single Variety – Strogylolia Halkidiki
- Early Harvest (September)
- Available in 250ml bottle
- Analysis at Extraction:
- Acidity: 0.15% (<0.8%)
- Peroxides: 4.69 (<20)
- K232: 1.516 (<2.50)
- K270: 0.083 (<0.22)
- ΔΚ: 0.002 (<0.01)
- Waxes: 28 (<150)
Limited Edition
(478 bottles produced in 2024)
(478 bottles produced in 2024)
Below are the full analyses...
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Single Variety – Early Harvest Strogylolia Halkidiki
The single variety extra virgin olive oil from the early harvest of Strogylolia Halkidiki olives is a premium quality oil with strong organoleptic characteristics and high nutritional value. It is produced exclusively from immature green Strogylolia olives, harvested early in the season to offer a fruitier, spicier, and polyphenol-rich profile.
1. Early Harvest Characteristics
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Harvest Time: Late September to early November, when the fruit is still green.
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Harvesting Method: Primarily done manually or using gentle mechanical methods to maintain the quality of the olives.
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Low Oil Yield: More olives are required to produce this oil, resulting in a more concentrated flavor and increased polyphenol content.
2. Organoleptic Characteristics
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Color: Deep green, due to the high concentration of chlorophyll.
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Aroma: Intensely fruity, with notes of freshly cut grass, green almonds, tomato, artichoke, and wild herbs.
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Taste:
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Bold, spicy, and slightly bitter, due to the high polyphenol levels.
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Full-bodied and rich texture, with a long-lasting aftertaste and a sense of freshness.
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Balanced bitterness and a light spicy aftertaste, a result of natural antioxidants.
3. Nutritional Value & Polyphenols
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High polyphenol concentration, offering strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.
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Rich in oleocanthal and oleacein, natural compounds that help protect the heart and reduce inflammation.
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High-quality monounsaturated fats that enhance overall health.
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Low acidity (<0.3%), indicating exceptional quality and freshness.
4. Production Methods
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Immediate extraction after harvesting to preserve the maximum nutritional value and freshness.
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Completely natural production process, without chemical treatments or additives.
5. Ideal Uses
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Raw in salads and dressings, to enhance its aromatic profile.
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In gourmet dishes like carpaccio, fish, white meats, and vegetables.
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On bread or dakos, to enjoy its natural flavor.
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As a finishing touch in soups and legumes, to add rich aromas.
6. Why Choose the Early Harvest Single Variety Strogylolia?
✅ Rich in polyphenols, offering strong antioxidant benefits.✅ Intense flavor and aromatic profile, for those who prefer a more dynamic olive oil.✅ Ideal for raw use, ensuring maximum retention of nutritional properties.✅ Exceptional quality and low acidity, a result of careful harvesting and production.
The single variety extra virgin olive oil from the early harvest of Strogylolia Halkidiki is a true superfood, perfect for those seeking intensity, purity, and high nutritional value in their olive oil!
