Part
I. Virgin Olive Oil
In general,
virgin olive oil is, regardless of its quality level, a natural product,
which has not had its characteristics altered, has been extracted
naturally, without chemicals or other processing and the heat during
pressing which does not exceed 33o Celsius cannot affect its quality.,
It is the oil used in most olive oil producing areas in Greece and
the same referred to by medical studies, which proved that the Cretan
diet is the healthiest in the Mediterranean. This oil retains all
its natural characteristics which have been pressed out of the olive
fruit, including various trace elements and vitamins.
1.
Virgin olive oil - extra
Exceptional
quality olive oil. Particular natural flavour and taste. Acidity ranges
between 0.1-1 (0.1 – 1 grams oleic acid per 100 grams olive
oil)
2.
Virgin olive oil – fine
Olive
oil with excellent smell and taste. Acidity can reach 1.5 grams oleic
acid per 100 grams olive oil
3.
Virgin olive oil - semi-fine
A virgin
olive oil with a good taste and smell. Acidity can reach 3.3 grams
oleic acid per 100 grams olive oil.
4.
Virgin olive oil – lampante
Taste
and smell are not good. It cannot be consumed without being refined.
Acidity can reach 3.3%.