Protoulis Master Olive Oil Makers
Duration
1 h
Availability
Up to 40 persons
Guided Tour
Up to 40 persons
Overnight Stay
Not provided
Active Months
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
Bio Products
Bio Products
Toilets
Toilets
Accessibility
Accessibility
Tasting
Tasting
Dining Services
Dining Services
Retail Shop
Retail Shop
Pet Friendly
Pet Friendly
Transfer Service
Transfer Service
Description
The Protoulis family, originally from Asia Minor, settled in the Plomari province of Lesbos, Greece, in the late 19th century. George Protoulis, born around 1880, began cultivating olives on 7,5 acres of land. His son, Giannis, expanded the business by acquiring another 12,5 acres and establishing the first olive mill in Megalohori village in 1975.
Under the leadership of Kostas Protoulis, the family business grew significantly. Kostas built a second olive mill in Trygonas in 2005 and expanded their olive groves to nearly 125 acres. Today, the Protoulis family operates two modern mills equipped with state-of-the-art cold extraction machinery and extensive storage facilities.
The Protoulis mills are open to visitors, offering guided tours and tastings to showcase their olive oil production process. These visits provide an opportunity to learn about the island’s olive cultivation and the family’s dedication to quality.
Kostas’ sons, Yiannis and Paraschos, are actively involved in the business, ensuring the continuation of the family tradition. The Protoulis family remains committed to producing high-quality olive oil with a distinctive fruity taste and aroma, investing in modern technology and infrastructure to maintain their standards.
Tour and Tasting
Visitors have a wonderful opportunity to choose between two distinct tour and tasting experiences at our premises.
Booking Options
For those eager to learn the fundamentals of olive oil production and gain valuable tips on its consumption and storage, we offer an enriching 50-minute tour. This experience includes a comprehensive presentation of the modern production process within our olive mill premises, a captivating video showcasing the olive harvesting process, and a tasting session featuring our premium extra virgin olive oil. Our experts will provide insightful advice on how to best enjoy and preserve the exceptional quality of our olive oils.
In 90 minutes, you’ll gain a detailed understanding of the entire olive oil production process. You’ll watch an informative video on olive harvesting and, most importantly, have the opportunity to compare the flavors of four different kinds of olive oil under the guidance of our experts. You’ll learn to distinguish their unique characteristics, describe them accurately, and savor them to the last drop. Our producers will share little secrets and useful tips to help you master the art of tasting, storing, and enjoying olive oil, ensuring a comprehensive and enriching experience.
Optional Services
Once you complete your checkout with Gastronomy Tours, you can book your Car Rental or Transfer Services through our partners. Information you will find on the confirmation email.
