Kanakis Family BIO Kalamata P.D.O. Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil 500 ml
Previous best: 20280120
Product Overview
Kanakis Family BIO Kalamata is an organic extra virgin olive oil from Messinia in the southern Peloponnese region of Greece.
The oil is made from Koroneiki olives, one of Greece’s most prized olive varieties for the production of extra virgin olive oil. The olives are cold-pressed at a maximum temperature of 25 °C to preserve the oil’s natural flavor, aroma, and quality.
The olive oil is certified organic and bears the Protected Designation of Origin (P.D.O.) Kalamata. This means the product is linked to its specific geographical region of origin and meets the requirements for the designation.
The elegant 500 ml tin protects the olive oil from light and looks great both on the dining table and in the kitchen.
Product Facts
Product: Organic extra virgin olive oil
Brand: Kanakis Family
Volume: 500 ml
Olive variety: Koroneiki
Origin: Greece
Region: Messinia, Peloponnese
Designation of Origin: P.D.O. Kalamata
Cultivation: Organic
Production: Cold-pressed at a maximum of 25 °C
Acidity: 0.1–0.5%
Packaging: 500 ml tin
Best before: 01/20/2028
Flavor profile
Kanakis Family BIO Kalamata has the characteristic flavor profile associated with Koroneiki olives. The oil has a distinct olive character and is particularly well-suited when the olive oil is meant to be a prominent part of the dish.
Taste: Fruity and full-bodied
Character: Fresh and balanced
Aroma: Green and fruity notes
Aftertaste: Pleasant with the typical character of Koroneiki olives
Recommended uses
Pairs excellently with salads, Greek salad, tomatoes and feta cheese, bread, grilled vegetables, fish, meat, pasta, marinades, and dressings.
It’s also perfect for drizzling over cooked dishes just before serving, allowing the oil’s flavor and aroma to shine through.
Quality
Extra virgin olive oil is the highest commercial grade of virgin olive oil. The oil is produced directly from olives and exclusively through mechanical processes.
Kanakis Family BIO Kalamata is certified organic and P.D.O. Kalamata-certified.
Acidity: Not more than 0.5%
K270: Not more than 0.22
K232: Not more than 2.50
Delta K: Not more than 0.01
Peroxide value: Not more than 20 meq O2/kg
Sterols: Over 1100 mg/kg
Wax: Not more than 150 ppm
Certifications and Characteristics
Certified Organic
P.D.O. Kalamata
Koroneiki olives
Cold-pressed at a maximum of 25 °C
Vegan
GMO-free
Kosher-certified
Product from Greece
Ingredients
100% organic extra virgin olive oil.
Nutritional value per 100 ml
Energy: 3440 kJ / 822 kcal
Fat: 95 g
of which saturated fat: 14 g
of which monounsaturated fat: 74 g
of which polyunsaturated fat: 7 g
Carbohydrates: 0 g
of which sugars: 0 g
Protein: 0 g
Salt: 0 g
Storage
Store in a cool, dry, and dark place. Protect from direct sunlight and heat sources. Close the package securely after use.
Origin and Producer
The olive oil is produced and bottled by Kanakis Ilias Partnership in Papoulia, Messinia, in the Peloponnese, Greece.
Messinia is one of Greece’s most famous regions for olive cultivation and is particularly associated with Koroneiki olives and olive oil from the Kalamata area.
Packaging
The olive oil is packaged in a 500 ml tin. The opaque packaging provides good protection from light, which is important for preserving the olive oil’s quality during storage.