Kanakis Family BIO Kalamata P.D.O. – Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil 5L
Harvest season: Fresh harvest 2025/2026
Best before date: 07/19/2027
Kanakis Family BIO Kalamata P.D.O. is an organic extra virgin olive oil from Messinia in the Peloponnese, Greece. The oil is made from Koroneiki olives and cold-pressed at a maximum temperature of 25 °C to preserve the olives’ natural flavor, aroma, and valuable compounds.
This is an olive oil for those seeking certified quality. The current 2025/2026 harvest has been analyzed by Multichrom.LAB in Athens and measured at a full 538 mg/kg of total polyphenols.
Product Facts
Product: Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Brand: Kanakis Family
Origin: Messinia, Peloponnese, Greece
Protected Designation of Origin: P.D.O. Kalamata
Olive Variety: Koroneiki
Cultivation: Organic
Production: Cold-pressed at a maximum of 25 °C
Acidity: 0.1–0.5%
Packaging: Round metal can
Volume: 5 liters
Vegan: Yes
GMO-free: Yes
Kosher-certified: Yes
Polyphenol analysis – 2025/2026 harvest
The oil has been laboratory-analyzed by Multichrom.LAB in Athens, Greece.
Total polyphenol content: 538 mg/kg
Oleacein: 94 mg/kg
Oleocanthal: 76 mg/kg
Oleuropein aglycone: 144 mg/kg
Ligstroside aglycone: 36 mg/kg
Lignans: 32 mg/kg
Certificate of Analysis: P-131089
Date of analysis: 01/28/2026
The analysis also shows 8 mg of the relevant olive oil polyphenols per 20 g of olive oil. This exceeds the threshold of 5 mg per 20 g required for the EU-approved health claim that olive oil polyphenols help protect blood lipids from oxidative stress.
Flavor Profile
Kanakis BIO Kalamata has a distinct and characterful profile with fruity notes of fresh olives and green herbs. The natural bitterness and slightly peppery finish are typical of a Koroneiki oil with a high polyphenol content.
Usage
Excellent with salads, Greek salad, bread, feta cheese, vegetables, fish, and meat, as well as a finishing oil drizzled over prepared dishes. It can also be used in everyday cooking.
Ingredients
100% organic extra virgin olive oil from Koroneiki olives.
Storage
Store in a cool, dark place, protected from direct sunlight and heat. Seal the container after use.
Kanakis Family BIO Kalamata P.D.O. 5L combines organic farming, protected designation of origin from Kalamata, and a documented high polyphenol content—a Greek extra virgin olive oil with clear traceability and quality.