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Kolymvari Chanion Kritis | Local Olive Oil From Kolymvari, Greece | TasteAtlas

Kolymvari Chanion Kritis

(Κολυμβάρι Χανίων Κρήτης)

This high-quality extra virgin olive oil is made in the western part of the island of Crete, the largest and sunniest Greek island. This distinctive olive oil is produced exclusively from Koroneiki olives. The olives are gathered by beating the tree branches, but special care is taken not to bruise the fruit in the process.


The oil has a beautiful green-gold color, average viscosity, and a fruity aroma with hints of the island's wild herbs. Its taste is a perfect balance between mildly bitter and pleasantly acidic. Since this oil has such an unusual flavor, it can be added to any dish, eaten with bread, or used as a dressing for salads.