Description
Experience the remarkable freshness and character of GAEA Fresh Authentic Greek Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVO), a premium, early-harvest olive oil from the historic Olympia region of Greece. Made exclusively from Greek olives and cold-extracted within hours of harvest, this exceptional EVO combines a silky, delicate texture with a surprisingly bold and complex flavor.
At first glance, GAEA Fresh has a beautiful light golden color and a smooth, almost buttery mouthfeel. Its flavor quickly unfolds into fresh green herbs, artichoke and newly cut grass, followed by a pleasant bitterness and a distinctive peppery, spicy finish that lingers on the palate. The result is an olive oil that feels light and elegant yet delivers remarkable intensity.
Naturally rich in olive polyphenols (over 350 mg/kg), GAEA Fresh is crafted from carefully selected, early-harvest olives grown near Ancient Olympia, birthplace of the Olympic Games. The olives are hand-picked while still green and cold-extracted within three hours to preserve their natural aromas, freshness and characteristic pungency.
Why You'll Love GAEA Fresh
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Authentically Greek: Made exclusively from olives grown in Greece.
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High in polyphenols: Over 350 mg/kg, naturally occurring antioxidant compounds.
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Early harvest: Olives are picked while still green to capture vibrant flavor.
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Cold-extracted within three hours: Helps preserve freshness and aromatic complexity.
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Low acidity: Less than 0.4%, reflecting careful production and handling.
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Smooth yet bold: Silky texture with pronounced herbal, bitter and peppery notes.
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Single-origin character: From the historic Ancient Olympia region of the Peloponnese.
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Pure extra virgin olive oil: No blends with other vegetable oils or added ingredients.
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Protected freshness: Bottled under controlled conditions to help limit oxidation.
Tasting Profile
Appearance: Light golden yellow with a luminous, delicate color.
Aroma: Freshly cut grass, green herbs, artichoke and subtle fruity notes.
Mouthfeel: Smooth, silky and almost buttery, without a heavy or greasy sensation.
Flavor: Bold and herbaceous, with a balanced but noticeable bitterness.
Finish: Distinctively peppery and spicy, with a lingering sensation at the back of the throat.
Intensity: Medium to robust, with pronounced freshness and pungency.
The bitterness and peppery finish are natural characteristics of high-quality, polyphenol-rich extra virgin olive oil.
Best Ways to Enjoy It
Fresh Bread and Olive Oil: Pour a little GAEA Fresh into a shallow dish and dip crusty sourdough, baguette or rustic country bread. This is one of the best ways to appreciate its complex flavor.
Tomato and Burrata Salad: Drizzle over ripe tomatoes, burrata or fresh mozzarella, basil and a little sea salt.
Grilled Vegetables: Finish grilled zucchini, eggplant, peppers, asparagus or artichokes with a generous drizzle just before serving.
Fish and Seafood: Add to grilled fish, shrimp or seafood with fresh lemon and parsley.
Soups and Legumes: Stir into lentil soup, white bean stew or creamy vegetable soups immediately before serving.
Roasted Potatoes: Drizzle over warm roasted potatoes with rosemary, garlic and flaky salt.
Salad Dressings: Particularly delicious with arugula, radicchio, endive and other slightly bitter greens.
What Makes High-Polyphenol Olive Oil Special?
Polyphenols are naturally occurring compounds in olives that contribute to extra virgin olive oil's antioxidant activity, characteristic bitterness and peppery flavor.
Early-harvest olives generally contain higher concentrations of these compounds than fully ripened olives. Careful cold extraction and protection from oxygen, heat and light help preserve them.
GAEA Fresh contains more than 350 mg/kg of polyphenols, making it an especially interesting choice for customers who appreciate flavorful, high-quality extra virgin olive oils.
Ingredients
100% Greek extra virgin olive oil.
Nutrition Information
Average values per tablespoon (15 ml):
| Nutrient | Amount |
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| Calories | 124 kcal |
| Total Fat | 13.7 g |
| Saturated Fat | 2 g |
| Carbohydrates | 0 g |
| Sugars | 0 g |
| Protein | 0 g |
| Salt | 0 g |
European manufacturer values. Consult the bottle for the applicable U.S. Nutrition Facts.
Product Details
Brand: GAEA
Product: Fresh Authentic Greek Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Net Contents: 16.9 fl oz (500 ml)
Olive Variety: Ancient Olympia / Choraitiki
Polyphenols: Over 350 mg/kg
Acidity: Less than 0.4%
Extraction: Cold-extracted within three hours of harvest
Country of Origin: Greece
Ingredients: 100% extra virgin olive oil
Storage: Store tightly closed in a cool, dark place, away from direct sunlight and heat. Do not refrigerate.
About GAEA
Founded in Greece in 1995, GAEA has become an internationally recognized producer of premium Greek olive oils, table olives and Mediterranean specialties. The company combines traditional Greek olive-growing expertise with modern harvesting, extraction and packaging technologies.
GAEA is one of the leading, premium olive oil brands in Germany and well-known both among German and North American consumers. Its emphasis on authentic Greek origin, traceability, freshness and distinctive regional flavors has helped establish the brand among premium Mediterranean food producers.
