The production of olive oil is a process that requires knowledge, experience, and attention to every detail in order to preserve its nutrients and aromas.
Olive Mill and Storage
The harvesting takes place during the day, using hands or gentle mechanical tools, to avoid damaging the fruit and the trees.
The olives are gathered in perforated crates, which allow proper air circulation, preventing overheating, and are kept in the shade under the trees, protected from sunlight.
The fruit is then transported in the afternoon to the nearby olive mill, to prevent fermentation and degradation of its quality. Before the extraction, the olives are carefully cleaned of leaves and branches and washed with clean water, removing any dust or foreign particles.
The oil extraction begins with the crushing of the fruit, where the olives are crushed along with their pits, creating a thick paste. This process is crucial because it is during this stage that most of the aromas of the olive oil are created.
The malaxation of the olive paste is a decisive stage. It generally lasts for 30 minutes at a temperature of 27°C (depending on the maturity of the fruit), maintaining the “cold-press” classification. The slow and gentle mixing allows the natural connection of the tiny droplets of olive oil, without losing valuable aromatic and phenolic compounds.
The olive oil is separated from the plant material, solids, and water through centrifugation, without mechanical means or the use of chemicals or additives. The collected olive oil is cloudy, full of aromas, and rich in polyphenols.
It is then filtered before storage to remove small particles that could affect the stability of its quality and extend its shelf life.
The fresh olive oil is stored in stainless steel tanks, protected from light and oxygen, with the use of nitrogen, at a controlled temperature.
With respect for nature and tradition, each bottle of Elaikos reaches your table pure, full of flavor and nutrients, ready to offer you all the benefits of genuine extra virgin olive oil.
