UNDERSTAND THE IMPORTANCE OF SINGLE-ORIGIN OLIVE OIL AND HOW OUR PREMIUM 0.2 ATHENOLIA EVOO AND OUR CLASSIC KORONEIKI EVOO FROM LAKONIA EXEMPLIFY QUALITY AND TRACEABILITY
Single-origin olive oil is a term gaining traction among olive oil lovers and health-conscious consumers. To be considered a single-origin olive oil, the oil must come exclusively from olives harvested in one specific geographical area, often a single grove. This process guarantees a unique flavor profile for consumers seeking a more authentic and higher-quality olive oil.
Why Single-Origin Matters for Olive Oil Quality
The origin of olives influences everything from the flavor and aroma to the nutritional profile of olive oil. Soil composition, climate, altitude, and farming practices all contribute to the terroir, or taste of place, reflected in the oil. Lakonia, located in the southern Peloponnese region of Greece, produces some of the world’s finest olive oils. The rocky terrain, Mediterranean climate, and centuries-old cultivation techniques provide an ideal environment for olives. By sourcing olives exclusively from Lakonia, producers can maintain tighter control over harvesting times and pressing methods. This results in fresher, more flavorful oils with consistent acidity and polyphenol levels — markers of premium quality and health benefits.
Traceability and Transparency in Single-Origin Olive Oil from Lakonia
One of the major benefits of single-origin olive oil is traceability. Consumers can know exactly where their olive oil comes from, including the specific groves in Lakonia, and often the family or estate responsible for production.
How to Identify Genuine Single-Origin Olive Oils
Look for clear labeling specifying the region of origin, along with production details. Packaging in dark glass bottles helps protect the oil from light degradation, preserving flavor and antioxidants. Supporting small producers helps preserve olive oil heritage and encourages transparency across the industry.
Discover the True Essence of Greek Olive Oil
Crafted in Lakonia, Greece, Truly Greek olive oils are rooted in family tradition and village pride. The olives, Athenolia and Koroneiki, are harvested from local groves to preserve their fresh flavor and naturally low acidity. The result is a collection of oils that reflect the soul of the Mediterranean: pure, balanced, and unforgettable.
Truly Greek Premium 0.2 Extra Virgin Olive Oil — 100 Percent Athenolia Olives
This internationally recognized olive oil is crafted exclusively from Athenolia olives grown in Lakonia. Cold-pressing within one to four hours of harvesting the olives gives our premium olive oil an acidity level of just 0.2 percent (a rarity in olive oils). Truly Greek Premium 0.2 delivers a smooth texture, buttery richness, and refined complexity. Ideal for salads, warm bread, or as a finishing touch, this olive oil reflects the finest expression of cold-pressed Greek tradition. This olive oil can be used for stovetop cooking at temperatures up to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
Truly Greek Classic Extra Virgin Olive Oil — 100 Percent Koroneiki Olives
Made from Koroneiki olives, known as the “queen of olives,” this bold and balanced olive oil features a naturally low acidity of 0.5 percent. Truly Greek Classic Extra Virgin Olive Oil is cold-pressed and offers a high polyphenol content. Use this robust olive oil for marinades, roasted vegetables, or everyday cooking to bring a true taste of Greece to the table.
