Extra virgin Olive Oil of Slovenian Istria with Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) 500 ml

Ekstra deviško oljčno olje Slovenske Istre z zaščiteno označbo porekla (EDOOSI ZOP) is a premium extra virgin olive oil produced exclusively in Slovenian Istria. The oil is produced, processed and bottled according to strict rules laid down in the EDOOSI ZOP specification. Its quality and compliance with the specification are verified annually by an independent certification body.

The oil is produced from native and locally adapted olive varieties. The predominant varieties in Slovenian Istria are Istrska Belica, Leccino, Buga, Črnica, Maurino, Frantoio and Pendolino. As stipulated in the specification, EDOOSI ZOP contains at least 30% Istrska Belica.

The limit values for the physicochemical quality parameters of EDOOSI ZOP are stricter than those required by European legislation for extra virgin olive oil.

EDOOSI ZOP is characterised by medium fruitiness, bitterness and pungency, as well as a fruity aroma reminiscent of olives and other fruits, developed from healthy, optimally ripe olives processed in registered olive mills at temperatures below 27 °C. These oils are rich in biophenols, natural antioxidants found in olive fruit and the resulting oil. Numerous internationally published studies have reported the beneficial effects of biophenols. It is widely recognised that biophenols protect the oil against oxidation and help preserve the quality of olive oil.