Extra Extra Virgin Cold Pressed Olive Oil Age Group: Adults

EXTRA EXTRA Greece is the third largest producer of olive oil in the world and boasts a total of 16 different PDO (Protected Designation of Origin) varieties of olive oil.

Extra Virgin olive oil from the areas of Kalamata and Western Crete are said to produce some of the best olive oil in the world thanks to the mountainous landscape which produces oil rich olives that, when pressed, make excellent olive oil.

Good Greek extra virgin olive oils can be used for a great variety of cooking requirements but are particularly good for use in Greek salads, or mixed vigorously with lemon juice to make a dressing for grilled fish. The flavours of Greek extra virgin olive oil complement these, as well as many other dishes, perfectly.

Noteworthy extra virgin olive oils can have a variety of features and styles. Overall they should be well balanced with distinct (but not overpowering) aromas and flavours. Some Greek extra virgin olive oils are considered to be amongst the finest extra virgin olive oil in the world.

Some general characteristics of Greek oils are:

Grassy in aroma
Herbaceous with a hint of lemons
Slightly peppery
Facts, characteristics, production techniques and general information on our Greek Extra Virgin Olive Oils.

Some facts about Greek Extra Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Greece is the third largest producer of olive oil in the world. The majority of olive oil produced in Greece is extra virgin olive oil.