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Critida olive oil

Crete

Heraklion

Duration

2 h

Availability

Up to 20 persons

Guided Tour

Up to 20 persons

Overnight Stay

Not provided

Active Months

Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec

Description

Bio Cretan Olive Oil Ltd is a family-owned business established in 1912 in Heraklion, Crete, with deep-rooted experience and tradition in olive oil production. Our mission has always been to standardize and promote the finest olive oil products. Specializing in two main categories, extra virgin and organic olive oils, we pride ourselves on delivering excellence in every bottle.

In addition to our renowned olive oils, we offer a diverse range of delicatessen products, including olive paste, both traditional and organic, as well as olives infused with extra virgin olive oil and traditional Cretan herbs like thyme, rosemary, garlic, and paprika.

Quality assurance is paramount to us. All our products undergo rigorous testing by specialized scientific personnel, ensuring compliance with international and European standards. We are proud recipients of numerous accolades from both domestic and international bodies, a testament to our unwavering commitment to quality.

Since 1999, Critida has been certified by DIO for the standardization and marketing of organic olive oil. Our dedication to excellence has facilitated significant export ventures, reaching discerning consumers in Germany, Denmark, Sweden, the Netherlands, China, and Japan.

Participation in various food and beverage exhibitions, both domestically and internationally, underscores our ongoing commitment to innovation and growth. Over the years, we have seamlessly blended entrepreneurship with innovation, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to optimize our production processes and ensure the highest standards of quality in all our agricultural products.

TOUR AND TASTING

Experience the fascinating process of bottling olive oil and standardizing delicatessen products at our facility. Dive into conventional or organic olive oils, infused with flavours like thyme, rosemary, basil, oregano, lemon, garlic, and pepper. Witness the art of blending extra virgin olive oil with essential oils, offering unique combinations such as wasabi, chilli, blood orange, basil, chocolate, and truffle.

From November through late January, immerse yourself in the olive harvesting season. Explore our family-operated olive groves in the picturesque Messara area and observe the olive oil production process at our mill.

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    Products

    Extra virgin olive oil, organic extra virgin olive oil, olive paste, balsamic vinegar, marmalades, honey, olives

    Tour Languages

    Greek, English

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