Makaria Terra Organic EVOO 5L
The Makaria Terra Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil estate is produced from olive trees of the Koroneiki variety in compliance with good practices during harvesting and oil extraction.
One can distinguish a medium fruity aroma of freshly cut grass, olive leaves, fresh herbs and vegetables surrounded by medium notes of bitter and spicy taste.
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Description
Makaria Terra Organic EVOO 5LMakaria Terra is the family’s olive grove which is located in the village of Skala, in the region of Messinia in the Peloponnese at an altitude of 340 metres. 2000 olive trees of Koroneiki variety are cultivated in the area called Makaria terra (=blessed land), which takes its name from antiquity due to the particular properties of the soil and the unique microclimate.
With respect to the family tradition, the olive trees are cultivated with the minimum human interference without the addition of chemical pesticides and artificial irrigation for watering. The olive harvest begins in early November while the fruit is still unripe. The oil extraction in the local mill follows the cold pressed method while the juice is then stored in stainless steel tanks in a controlled temperature in order to preserve all its beneficial properties and aromas.
The variety cultivated for the production of Makaria Terra Organic EVOO is Koroneiki.
Additional information
| Weight | 5.100 kg |
|---|---|
| Category | Organic |
| Cultivation | Organic |
| Size | 5.0 lt |
| Geographical area | Peloponnese |
| Region | Messinia |
| Variety | Koroneiki |
| Acidity | 0.19 |
| Peroxide Value | 5.6, mEq O2/kg |
| Harvest | November 2023 |
| Best Before | July 2025 |
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Eating Suggestions
Raw lemon zucchini with herbs, ginger, xinomizithra* cheese and capers
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