The Olive Oil Enthusiast Tour & Light Lunch at Biolea Astrikas Estate

Biolea is a family-run business dedicated to the traditional production of organic olive oil using stone mills and presses—a method that honors both heritage and purity. Our products are crafted and bottled on-site at our farm in the village of Astrikas, nestled in the heart of Crete.

At Biolea, we blend innovation with tradition, staying true to time-honored practices while embracing environmentally responsible methods. Our mission goes beyond olive oil—we actively support sustainable gastronomy and eco-conscious tourism, offering a taste of authenticity with every drop.

For those passionate about olive oil and eager to explore its world more deeply, the Olive Oil Enthusiast Tour offers a semi-private, in-depth experience led personally by Biolea’s owner and head of olive oil production, Chloe Dimitriadis.

Olive Mill Tour and Olive Oil Tasting

• Enthusiast Estate Tour: Receive a comprehensive tour of Biolea’s stone mill and organic olive estate with detailed expert commentary on every aspect of traditional Cretan olive oil production
• Structured Olive Oil Tasting: Participate in a professional olive oil tasting session featuring Biolea’s different expressions — seasonal, variety, and vintage comparisons
• Light Lunch: Enjoy a light lunch showcasing Biolea stone-milled olive oil used in its most natural and pure form — drizzled over fresh seasonal Cretan ingredients

Chloe will guide you through the secrets of organic and sustainable cultivation, advanced harvesting techniques for optimal quality, and a behind-the-scenes look at our unique production process. You’ll also enjoy a mini seminar that reveals what defines true olive oil quality—and how to recognize it for yourself.

What makes this tour truly exceptional is its detailed exploration of how two distinct production methods, applied to two different Cretan olive varieties, result in premium extra virgin olive oils with unique profiles.