Gkazas Extra Virgin Organic Olive Oil
Organic extra virgin olive oil · Crete, Greece · Cold pressed · No additives · 250ml
From the ancient olive groves of Crete — farmed organically, without pesticides or synthetic fertilisers — comes Gkazas Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Cold pressed from hand-picked Cretan olives at their peak ripeness, this oil delivers everything that makes Cretan olive oil world-famous: a vibrant golden-green colour, a fresh grassy aroma, a fruity depth, and a characteristic peppery finish that signals exceptional polyphenol content.
The organic certification is not just a label — it is a commitment to cleaner farming, richer soil, and a product that is as good for the planet as it is for your health. With an acidity level well below 0.8%, it meets the highest standards of extra virgin quality. Use it raw to dress salads, drizzle over grilled vegetables, finish a dish, or simply dip with good bread — this is olive oil that deserves to be tasted, not just cooked with.
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Origin
Crete, Greece
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Farming
Certified organic
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Acidity
Below 0.8%
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Process
First cold press
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Raw dressing
Salads, drizzles & finishing
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Dipping
With crusty bread & sea salt
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Cooking
Sautéing, roasting & baking
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Premium gifting
An elegant organic Greek gift
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Heart health
Supports healthy cholesterol levels
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Antioxidants
High in polyphenols & vitamin E
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Anti-inflammatory
Rich in oleocanthal compounds
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Pesticide-free
Certified organic farming
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| 🟡 Fruitiness | intense |
| 🟤 Bitterness | moderate |
| 🔴 Peppery | distinctive |
🫒 Tasting tip: To appreciate a great olive oil, pour a small amount into a glass, warm it gently in your hands, cover and swirl. The aromas of fresh grass, green tomato and almonds will rise — then taste. The peppery finish at the back of the throat is a sign of high polyphenol content and exceptional quality.
ℹ️ Organic olive farming in Crete follows practices that predate synthetic chemicals by thousands of years. Choosing organic extra virgin olive oil means supporting healthier soil, cleaner waterways, and greater biodiversity — while getting a product with measurably higher polyphenol levels than conventionally farmed alternatives.