Early harvest & high-phenolic

Explore organic, early harvest Greek extra virgin olive oils made from green olives picked at the start of the season. Often called Agourelaio, these vibrant oils are valued for their fresh-cut grass, tomato leaf, almond and peppery notes, alongside naturally occurring olive polyphenols.

Early picking typically yields less oil but creates a more concentrated, robust profile. Choose from carefully sourced bottles for finishing salads, vegetables, grilled fish, soups and warm artisan bread. Their lively bitterness and throat-catching pepperiness bring depth to simple dishes without masking good ingredients.

For shoppers seeking high-phenolic EVOO, look for harvest details, producer information and available laboratory analysis, as polyphenol levels vary by olive variety, season and storage. Organic options are produced under certified standards that support responsible cultivation. These distinctive Greek oils also make considered gourmet gifts for cooks, olive oil enthusiasts and anyone who enjoys expressive Mediterranean flavour.