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High-Potency Phenolic Olive Oil
Harvest September 2024
The Story Behind Our 2024 High Potency Phenolic Olive Oil:
The 2024 harvest of our High Potency Phenolic Olive Oil tells a story of resilience and exceptional quality. Cyprus experienced an unusually dry winter, followed by an intense heatwave starting in April, with temperatures soaring to 40°C as early as mid-April. While these conditions posed significant challenges for olive cultivation, our trees demonstrated remarkable resilience. Fortunately, the heat struck after the crucial flowering period, when our olives had already begun to form, preserving our expected yield. This resilience is a testament to our regenerative agricultural methods, which have proven their worth in creating drought-resistant ecosystems. Despite the hardships, nature has rewarded our sustainable practices with an olive oil of extraordinary quality. The result is a High Potency Phenolic Olive Oil boasting unparalleled levels of polyphenols, encapsulating the strength and adaptability of our groves in every drop. This year's oil isn't just a product; it's a liquid embodiment of nature's tenacity and the effectiveness of our commitment to regenerative agriculture.
Grade: Nutraceutical Extra Virgin
Harvest : 09-13 September 2024
Milling: Propriatory method, Cold extraction, done by Nicolas Netien
Best before date: Sept 2026
Certificates of Analysis:
Why We Use LC-MS/MS Analysis
In an industry where many brands rely on Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) testing—a method known to significantly overestimate polyphenol content—we take a different approach. Our commitment to transparency and accuracy leads us to exclusively use Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) for all our polyphenol analysis.
Why does this matter to you? Recent scientific studies have shown that NMR testing can inflate polyphenol readings by up to 2-3 times their actual values, potentially misleading consumers about the true content of their olive oil. While many brands choose NMR testing because it provides more marketable numbers, we believe in providing you with precise, scientifically accurate measurements.
Our LC-MS/MS analysis offers:
- Exact molecular identification of individual polyphenol compounds
- Detection limits as low as parts per billion
- Precision that prevents the overestimation common with NMR
- Ability to distinguish between similar molecular structures
- Comprehensive profiling of actual, not inflated, polyphenol composition
When you see our polyphenol content numbers, you can trust they represent the true, scientifically verified amounts in your olive oil. We may report lower numbers than brands using NMR testing, but these numbers reflect genuine polyphenol content—not inflated values. This commitment to accuracy ensures that when you choose our olive oil for its health benefits, you're making a decision based on real science, not marketing hype.
Choose truth in testing. Choose LC-MS/MS verified olive oil.
Total Polyphenols: 1660 mg/l Oleocanthal: 1453 mg/l
Organoleptic Profile:
Aroma: Fruity: While present, the fruitiness will be more subtle compared to our other oil. You will detect hints of ripe fig, raisin, blackberry, and red apple. Earthy: Earthy aromas like mushroom, damp soil, or freshly turned earth are prominent in this oil. Spicy: A defyining feature of our Extraordinarily High Phenolic Extra Virgin, The peppery sensation is very present and has pungent or even cinnamon-like spiciness. Taste: Bitter: A distinctive feature the high-phenolic content, bitterness will be prominent. It is pleasant and lingering. Spicy: The peppery character from the aroma translates into a spicy or pungent flavor at the back of the throat. This "heat" can be quite intense in this oil. Salty: A subtle saltiness complements the bitterness and spiciness, creating a complex and intriguing taste profile. Overall: Bold and Robust: This oil delivers a bold and robust experience. It can be described as intense, peppery, and slightly sweet. Harmonious: Despite the strong flavors, our oil maintain a balance between bitterness, spiciness, and saltiness.