Greek Extra Virgin Olive Oil | Low Acidity | Australia-wide shipping for $9.90.
Greek Extra Virgin Olive Oil | Low Acidity | Australia-wide shipping for $9.90.
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Olive Breeze Pty Ltd is a leading exporter of premium Greek olive oil and Kalamata olives. Backed by advanced technology and deep industry and consumer insights, we consistently deliver high-quality products at highly competitive prices, supported by excellent customer service.
All our products, including both olive oil and Kalamata olives, are grown and sourced in Greece. We proudly serve a wide range of customers—from small businesses to large distributors—across Australia, New Zealand, and Dubai (UAE). Our exports also extend throughout Asia and the Middle East.
Gis Ergon Extra Virgin Olive Oil – Ultra-Low Acidity (0.1%–0.6%)
Why Lower Acidity Means Higher Quality in Olive Oil
Gis Ergon Extra Virgin Olive Oil is produced with an exceptionally low acidity level of 0.1%–0.6%, a key indicator of superior quality, freshness, and careful production.
1. What “Acidity” Really Measures
Acidity does not refer to taste or sourness. It measures the percentage of free fatty acids, mainly oleic acid, in the oil. Free fatty acids increase when olive fruit is damaged, overripe, poorly stored, or delayed before pressing.
2. Low Acidity Is a Sign of Freshness
Fresh, healthy olives with intact cell walls release very few fatty acids. Immediate cold pressing after harvest preserves the olive’s natural structure. Poor handling, bruising, or storage delays cause chemical breakdown and higher acidity.
3. Impact on Taste & Health
Low acidity olive oil delivers:
- Fresher, fruitier flavors
- Complex notes such as peppery, grassy, and floral
- Higher levels of natural antioxidants (polyphenols)
Higher-acidity oils tend to taste flat or greasy and contain fewer health-giving compounds.
4. Premium Quality Standard
The legal limit for Extra Virgin Olive Oil is 0.8% acidity. Our ultra-premium oils feature 0.1%–0.6% acidity, a mark of exceptional freshness and superior quality. Oils near 0.1% acidity are rare and achieved through:
- Early harvest at peak ripeness
- Perfectly selected fruit
- Rapid, careful cold pressing
Quick Consumer Takeaway
When choosing olive oil, always look for Extra Virgin Olive Oil with a stated acidity of 0.1%–0.6%. This range is a strong sign of careful production, superior freshness, and premium quality.