Description
This limited production early Kalamata displays immediate peppery sensations at the back of the throat accompanied by a spicy mouth feel and a Szechuan peppercorn sensation. The combination of picking green, unripe Kalamata fruit and minimal processing resulted in high antioxidant content and more specifically, a high concentration of Oleocanthal at 258.8 ppm. Flavor notes include creamy green almond and floral confectionery notes. High complexity and balance.
Intensity: Robust
Region: Greece
Estate: Award-winning Liokareas Estate
Crush Date: October 2023
IOC-Certified Taste Panel Assessment: Fruitiness (5.0), Bitterness (3.8), Pungency (4.5).
Chemistry Analysis: Biophenols (547.9 ppm), FFA (0.29), Oleic Acid (74.23), Peroxide (3.32), DAGs (90.0), PPP (<3.8), Squalene (4,756.4), and A-Tocopherols (380.2).*As measured at the time of crush.
Smoke Point: 350°F
