The Mediterranean Dish Early Harvest Greek Extra Virgin Olive Oil — Unfiltered Agoureleo, Cold-Pressed

Early Harvest Greek Extra Virgin Olive Oil (Unfiltered Agoureleo) from The Mediterranean Dish is a high-antioxidant, cold-pressed Koroneiki oil with bold green fruit and peppery finish, bottled single-origin from the Kotsovolos Family Estate.

This single-origin agoureleo captures olives picked early in the season on the Kotsovolos Family Estate in Greece. Hand-harvested and cold-extracted, the oil is left unfiltered to preserve its bright green color, aromatic herbal notes, and a lively, slightly bitter-nutty finish. With exceptional polyphenol content and low acidity, it’s designed for cooks who want fresh, robust flavor and authentic Mediterranean character.

What makes this oil different from regular extra virgin olive oil?

This is an early harvest, unfiltered agoureleo produced from 100% Koroneiki olives and bottled from a single family estate. Early harvesting plus cold extraction retains more volatile aromatics and phenolic compounds, yielding a greener, more assertive taste than later-harvest EVOOs.

• Harvested early in the season for higher freshness and intensity
• Unfiltered to keep vivid color and complex aroma
• Single-origin from the Kotsovolos Family Estate for traceable quality
• Cold-pressed to preserve delicate flavor compounds

How does the flavor profile perform in cooking and finishing?

The oil’s profile is pronounced and versatile: green fig, fresh herbs, wild asparagus, and a peppery kick. It lifts raw preparations like salads and dips but also adds layered complexity to roasted vegetables and simple pan sauces when used thoughtfully.

• Finishes salads, bruschetta, and dips with a bright herbal lift
• Adds complexity to roasted vegetables and grilled fish
• Use sparingly for pan sauces to preserve its aromatic notes
• Best added at the end of cooking as a finishing oil for maximum impact

What are the measurable quality indicators for this bottle?

This unfiltered agoureleo reports a low acidity and a high polyphenol count that indicate careful handling and strong antioxidant presence. Those laboratory values reflect both freshness and the oil’s robust sensory character.

• Acidity: 0.27% — well within extra virgin thresholds
• Polyphenols: 355 mg/kg, supporting a bold, pungent profile
• Cold-extracted to minimize heat degradation
• Unfiltered to maintain natural particulates that contribute to flavor

How should I store and use this agoureleo to keep it at peak quality?

Store in a cool, dark place away from heat and direct light; the protective glass bottle helps but doesn’t replace good storage. Use within a few months of opening to enjoy its green freshness and aromatic intensity.

• Keep the bottle sealed and stored at cool room temperature or lower
• Avoid prolonged exposure to light and heat to prevent oxidation
• Use within 8–12 weeks after opening for best flavor
• Shake gently before use to redistribute natural sediments if desired

Who is this for: Home cooks, chefs, and food lovers who value vivid, single-origin olive oil will appreciate this Early Harvest Greek Extra Virgin Olive Oil. It’s ideal for anyone seeking a bold, herbaceous finishing oil for salads, dips, and Mediterranean recipes, as well as those who prefer unfiltered, small-batch products with traceable provenance from a family estate in Greece.

Ingredients

Polyphenol rich extra virgin olive oil cold pressed single origin