Two exceptional Extra Virgin Olive Oils

Summary

Two Outstanding Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oils – One Smooth, One Bold
Discover two artisan olive oils that beautifully complement each other. Egli’s biodynamic oil from Mount Olympus is smooth and balanced, with a gentle peppery finish—perfect for everyday use, from drizzling over salads to enhancing subtle dishes. In contrast, the Chelidonis family’s oil from Eagle’s Hill in Xanthi offers a bold, peppery kick, thanks to its exceptionally high polyphenol content. It's ideal for those seeking robust flavour or a potent daily spoonful as a health tonic. Together, they offer smooth character and bold intensity—each with its own role in flavour and use.

1. Egli's Artisan Extra Virgin Olive Oil - Organic, Biodynamic and fed by the pure water of Mount Olympus.  Selected for its outstanding flavour & Exceptionally Low Acidity.

This is not just olive oil—it's literally a labour of love for Egli, an artisan producer dedicated to purity, sustainability, and flavour. Created from a very remote grove near Mount Olympus, this certified organic and Demeter biodynamic extra virgin olive oil is hand-harvested, cold-pressed within 24 hours, and bottled in dark glass to protect its natural goodness. The result is a smooth, golden-green oil with a soft peppery finish and strong health benefits. Whether drizzled on food or taken by the spoonful, it delivers the taste of wild herbs, mountain air, and true dedication to the land.

Product Highlights

• High in polyphenols and heart-healthy compounds - 5.18mg per 20g, above the level where you are legally allowed to make a health claim
• Exceptionally low in acidity, a keen indicator of freshness (.08)
• Smooth, mild flavour with a gentle peppery finish
• Certified organic and Demeter biodynamic
• Hand-harvested in a remote, pristine mountain grove
• Multi award winning
• Cold-pressed the same day it is harvested  
• Bottled in dark glass to protect flavour and nutrients
• Single-estate, small-batch production
• Made from the Amfissa variety

Aroma

Bright and fresh, with aromas of wild herbs and clean mountain vegetation. The scent evokes the pure, unspoiled environment of the grove.

Flavour

Elegant and smooth, with a buttery mouthfeel and a gentle lift of pepper at the back of the throat. Ideal for those who prefer a subtle, balanced oil.

Colour

Golden-green and vibrant, reflecting the natural freshness and health of the olives.

Origin

This olive oil comes from a grove like no other—an isolated patch of mountain land near Mount Olympus that feels more like a nature reserve than a farm. There are no neighbouring cultivations, no passing cars, and no pesticides or insecticides—just wild herbs, native vegetation, distant goats, and an old road rarely travelled. The air is so clean that, as Egli says, “you can understand the difference just by breathing.”

The land is encircled by untouched hillsides, and the trees are nourished by the pure waters flowing down from Olympus itself.

Every aspect of this environment reflects purity. Egli’s olives are harvested by hand with care and never left to sit; they are rushed straight to a certified organic mill and cold-pressed the same day. The oil is stored in stainless steel tanks and bottled in dark glass to preserve its exceptional quality.  

Olive Variety

Amfissa – a well-regarded Greek variety traditionally grown in central Greece. Known for its antioxidant content and smooth, slightly fruity flavour, it's used both as a table olive and for high-quality oil production.

2. Chelidonis Family Olive Oil – Rich, Peppery Flavour & High in Heart-Healthy Hydroxytyrosol. Selected for its Health benefits.

We’ve managed to bag another rather exceptional organic olive oil with a heart health giving hydroxytyrosol level of 8.4mg per 20g. This impressive hydroxytyrosol figure places it well above the EU's minimum threshold of 5mg per 20g for making a heart health claim under Regulation (EU) No 432/2012. This is a monovarietal Arbequina extra virgin olive oil, cold-extracted within hours of early harvest from the Chelidonis family's grove in Xanthi, Northern Greece. The owners, Atonis and his sister Tatiana, call the brand Imperator. Grown at a place called “Eagle’s Hill”. It embodies the family’s dedication to biodiversity, sustainability, and traditional methods combined with the best modern techniques. Available in 250ml, 500ml and 750ml bottles.]]

Product Highlights

• Contains 8.4mg of hydroxytyrosol and derivatives per 20g – above the EU threshold for heart health claims
• High oleocanthal (194mg/kg) and oleacein (182mg/kg) – linked to anti-inflammatory and cardioprotective effects
• Total polyphenols: 420mg/kg – excellent antioxidant strength
• Ultra-Low Acidity (0.11%)
• 100% Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• Certified Organic
• Monovarietal (Arbequina)
• Early Harvested (October 2024)
• Cold-Extracted within Hours
• No Herbicides or Pesticides Used
• Family-Owned and Operated

Aroma

Fresh and complex, with dominant notes of freshly cut grass, unripe fruit, green olives, and olive leaf. Undertones of tomato leaf, herbs, and green pepper add to the aromatic complexity.

Flavour

Medium fruitiness (5.3), medium bitterness (3.3), and medium pungency (4.3) create a harmonious, balanced profile. The oil delivers a clean, green flavour with a peppery finish typical of high-polyphenol Arbequina oils.

Colour

Bright golden-green hue, indicative of its freshness and careful early harvesting.

Origin

Nestled in the rolling hills of Xanthi, Northern Greece, the Chelidonis family's olive grove is situated on the historically significant "Eagle's Hill." This picturesque location lies along the ancient route once traversed by Alexander the Great.

The rich biodiversity of Eagles Hill includes wild herbs like thyme, mint, oregano, rosemary, and sage, alongside fauna such as foxes, falcons, and jackals—elements that all contribute to the grove’s unique biodiversity.

🧪 Scientific & Sensory Backing

• Hydroxytyrosol: 8.4mg/20g
• Oleocanthal: 194mg/kg, Oleacein: 182mg/kg
• Total polyphenols: 420mg/kg
• Acidity: 0.11%
• Fruity (5.3), Bitter (3.3), Pungent (4.3) – no sensory defects
• Aroma profile includes green olive, grass, herbs, and tomato leaf

Common Uses for Extra Virgin Olive Oil

• Drizzle over green salads, roasted vegetables, or Greek dishes
• Enjoy a spoonful daily as a health tonic
• Pair with fresh bread and a sprinkle of sea salt
• Finish stews, grains, and grilled fish
• Blend into pestos or vinaigrettes

👤 Producer Story

1. Egli - is the driving force behind this remarkable olive oil, with the support of her husband Sotiris. Passionate about the environment and committed to a fully organic lifestyle, she runs her remote mountain grove near Mount Olympus with care and integrity. She chose this location for its exceptional purity—there are no nearby farms or roads, just wild herbs, native plants, and the clean waters flowing from Olympus itself.

Her approach is holistic and hands-on: she harvests the olives by hand, ensuring the olives and trees are never harmed, and presses them within 24 hours to preserve their flavour and health benefits. The oil is stored in stainless steel and bottled in dark glass to maintain its exceptional quality.

Sotiris, an inspector for one of Greece’s main organic certifiers, brings valuable insight into organic standards and supports Egli in upholding the highest levels of sustainability and quality. Their olive oil is both certified organic and Demeter-certified biodynamic, a farming method that goes beyond organic—embracing biodiversity, soil health, and lunar cycles to create a thriving natural ecosystem.

The result is a superb olive oil: clean, smooth, and full of life. It reflects Egli’s deep respect for nature and her commitment to producing food as it was meant to be—pure and unspoiled.

2. The Chelidonis family - custodians of Greek Imperator olive oil, are artisan producers rooted in generations of olive-growing tradition in Xanthi, Northern Greece. Their grove on Eagle’s Hill is more than farmland—it’s a carefully tended ecosystem, and the heart of their life's work.

What sets them apart is their commitment to growing and producing olive oil in harmony with nature. Each tree is cared for with personal attention. The olives are harvested early, pressed quickly, and never exposed to shortcuts or chemicals. Every decision is made with one goal: to create olive oil with the highest level of polyphenols and the most delicious flavour imaginable.

With their oil you’re tasting the results of their hands-on care, their respect for tradition, and their hope that you, the customer, will value flavour and craftsmanship over the blended oils that fill our supermarket shelves. This is a true artisan product that we are bringing direct from the supplier to you.

🫒 Why Cold-Pressed Extra Virgin Olive Oil is Different

Cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil is made without heat or chemicals. It retains the olive’s full flavour, antioxidants, and health benefits. Mass-produced oils are often refined with heat or solvents, stripping away nutrients and flavour.

🧊 How to Store Your Olive Oil

Keep your oil in a cool, dark place to preserve its flavour and health-giving properties. Light and warmth will degrade the oil over time. Use within 12 months of opening for best results.

🏪 About Us

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