Your Olive Oil Questions, Answered

  • .Ygeia is a single‑estate, early‑harvest Greek extra virgin olive oil made from 100% Athinolia olives grown in Logkanikos, Greece.

    Ygeia stands apart because it is produced exclusively from our family grove in the mountain village of Logkanikos. The olives are hand‑picked, cold‑pressed within hours, and bottled unfiltered to preserve freshness, aroma, and natural character. Each harvest is limited and crafted once per year.

  • Logkanikos is a small mountain village in Laconia, in the Peloponnese region of southern Greece.

    Logkanikos is located in the foothills of the Taygetos mountain range, about 20 miles north of Sparta in the region of Laconia. The village sits at roughly 2,300 feet of elevation, with rocky soil, cool mountain air, and a climate ideal for growing Athinolia olives. This environment is a defining part of the character and quality of our family’s olive oil.em description

  • Polyphenols are natural antioxidant compounds found in extra virgin olive oil. They contribute to the fresh bitterness, peppery finish, and stability associated with high-quality early-harvest EVOO.

    In olive oil, these olive-derived compounds are often called biophenols and include naturally occurring molecules such as oleocanthal and hydroxytyrosol.

    Higher polyphenol levels are commonly associated with:

    • fresher, greener flavor

    • stronger antioxidant activity

    • better shelf stability

    • premium early-harvest olive oil

    Our 2025 Athinolia harvest measured 354 mg/kg total biophenols through certified lab testing.

  • Yes. Ygeia naturally contains Vitamin E, with 15% of the Daily Value per tablespoon based on our nutritional analysis.

    Extra virgin olive oil is a natural source of Vitamin E, and our early-harvest, cold-pressed process helps preserve the oil’s natural character.

  • Polyphenols 354 mg/kg, Acidity 0.5%, Vitamin E 15% DV per tablespoon.

    2025 Harvest Quality Snapshot

    • Polyphenols: 354 mg/kg

    • Acidity: 0.5%

    • Vitamin E: 15% DV per tablespoon

    • Variety: 100% Athinolia

    • Origin: Logkanikos, Greece

    • Harvest: November 2025

    These metrics reflect freshness, purity, and the natural antioxidant strength of early‑harvest Athinolia.

  • Store Ygeia in a cool, dark place away from heat and light.

    Olive oil is sensitive to oxygen, heat, and sunlight. Keep the bottle tightly sealed and away from stovetops or windows to maintain peak freshness.

  • Ygeia has fresh green fruit notes, delicate herbs, balanced bitterness, and a smooth peppery finish.

    This profile is characteristic of high‑quality Athinolia and reflects the freshness of early‑harvest production.

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  • Yes — Ygeia is ideal for both finishing and cooking.

    Use it for Greek salads, warm bread, roasted vegetables, grilled fish, and everyday Mediterranean cooking. Its stability and flavor make it versatile in the kitchen.

  • Ygeia is harvested in Logkanikos, a mountain village in Laconia, Greece.

    Our family has cultivated olives in Logkanikos for generations. The region’s elevation, rocky soil, and cool mountain climate create ideal conditions for Athinolia olives, resulting in naturally high polyphenols and exceptional flavor.

  • Ygeia is bottled unfiltered for full flavor and natural texture.

    Unfiltered oil retains more of the olive’s natural compounds, contributing to its depth, aroma, and antioxidant profile.

  • Yes. Our olive oil is early harvest, meaning the olives are picked while still green and at peak antioxidant levels.

    Ygeia is produced exclusively from early‑harvest Athinolia olives grown in our family grove in Logkanikos, Greece. Early harvest means the olives are picked young, when their polyphenols and biophenols are naturally highest. This results in a fresher, greener flavor, a smooth peppery finish, and exceptional antioxidant strength — all hallmarks of premium extra virgin olive oil.

    Early‑harvest production also contributes to:

    • brighter, more vibrant flavor

    • naturally higher polyphenols

    • greater shelf stability

    • deeper aroma and complexity

    This is one of the defining characteristics of Ygeia.

  • Yes — we offer 250ml gift bottles and a 17‑liter format for high‑volume kitchens.

    For availability and pricing, please contact us directly.