Extra Virgin Olive Oil-PGI Lakonia

P.G.I. Lakonia Extra Virgin Olive Oil comes from Koroneiki and Athinolia varieties of Lakonia region, on the south-eastern side of Peloponnese.

Uniqueness/ Differentiation

PGI Lakonia is a unique product, protected by EU, as PGI (Protected Geographical Indication).  It is produced by the rare variety of Athinolia or the high-quality variety of Koroneiki that both grow in Lakonia region in century-old olive trees. Both varieties’ distinctive characteristics will satisfy your expectations. The climate of the area of Sparta, combined with the soil morphology, and intense sunshine for most of the year, offer to the product a unique combination of characteristics, intended to satisfy demanding culinary pallets.

Sensory Profile

The product’s unique green-golden color, intense spicy taste, grassy aroma, and silky texture create a memorable experience to those who taste it, engaging all their five human senses. PGI Lakonia has very low acidity, and constitutes a high quality oil that it can be enjoyed both raw and cooked. We select our producers carefully from regions that produce strong and aromatic olive oils, due to their climate and soil.

FACTORS	CHARACTERISTICS
ORIGIN	Lakonia
VARIETIES	Koroneiki, Athinolia
ACIDITY	Max 0,5
TASTE	Balanced sweet taste, strong aroma and spicy flavor
CERTIFICATIONS	BRC, IFS, ISO 22000
COLOR	Golden Green