We have tasted some of the best Extra Virgin olive oils from different part of Crete, from different varierities, and organoleptic profile, all produced on 2020-2021 harvest period.
So we can propose a list (in alphabetical order) we liked in the cornerning year:
Efkrato
Brand label: Efkrato
Varierity: Tsounati
Organic farming
Produced in Rethymno, Episkopi by Efkraton.
2020-2021 www.efkraton.gr
Produced exclusively from the ancient Tsounati olive variety, Efkrato is an organic, highly phenolic, extra virgin olive oil of limited production. Has strong character and the special pungency that characterizes early harvest olive oils. Fruity aromas harmoniously balance a slight bitterness and rich spiciness.>
Eledaki
Brand label: Eledaki
Varierity: Tsounati
Organic farming
Produced in Rethymno, Rodakino by Eladaki
2020-2021 www.eladaki.com
A high nutritional value, olive oil that comes from traditional centuries old olive groves in South of Crete. It is a highly polyphenolic evoo, with a fruity aroma and, a mild bitter taste and spicy elements that rewards you the moment you open the bottle.
Pamako
Brand label: Pamako Monovariental
Varierity: Tsounati
Organic farming
Produced in Chania, Selino by Pamako
2020-2021 www.pamako.gr
High phenolic extra virgin olive oil, certified by health claim on its label in accordance with EU regulation 432/2012, as it contains very high amounts of phenols. Fresh fruity, mild bitter and spicy gives a pleasant feeling of oily taste in balance.
Skoutari
Brand label: Skoutari
Varierity: Koroneiki
Organic farming
Produced in Lassithi, Kritsa by Skoutari
2020-2021 www.skoutarioliveoil.com
A high pnenolic extra virgin olive oil, with fresh elements of cut grass and herbs. Ideal to match raw salats and fresh cheese. “Skoutari” in ancient greek means the shield that protects the fighters during the battles. Olive oil is the shield that protects health.
Terra Creta Grand Cru
Brand label: Grand Cru
Varierity: Koroneiki
Conventional farming
Produced in Chania, Kolymvari by Terra Crete
2020-2021 www.terracreta.gr
Product of Sustainable farming under year-round scientific, monitoring and harvested at the perfect timing. Extracted in innovative facilities to be bring out the hidden caracter of Koroneiki varierity, achieving this inteness freshness with a robust and well-balanced taste profile. Rich in antioxidants (high phenolic content).
Terra Creta 42 Premium Bled
Brand label: 42 Premium Bled
Varierity: multivariental
Conventional farming
Produced in Chania, Kolymvari by Terra Crete
2020-2021 www.terracreta.gr
From 42 selected olive cultivars from all over the world, grown with care and know-how at the private grove of the Institute of Olive Trees, Subtropical Plants and Viticulture, in the ideal climate of Crete. The finest olives have been harvested with expertise, extracted with innovation and blended to guarantee the richness of taste and complexity of aroma. (The percentage of each variety in the premium blend is not stable since it is affected from it’s year production.)
Terra Creta Platinum 0.3
Brand label:Plantinum 0.3
Varierity: Koroneiki
Conventional farming
Produced in Chania, Kolymvari by Terra Crete
2020-2021 www.terracreta.gr
Innovatively extracted from carefully selected olives, to achieve a harmonious combination of an ultra-low acidity, with a perfect taste profile. Feautuning a smoth taste profile and intense fruitiness. Produced in limited quantity with guaranteed acidity below 0.3%.
