Discover the world of olive oil in a small bottling plant open to visitors, located in the heart of the historic centre of Kalamata! Next to a small family-run olive oil and olive production business, you will learn a bit about the history and the route from the olive grove to bottling. You will become familiar with concepts such as fruity, bitter and peppery, and you will learn what “extra virgin” really means.
Then, you will taste four different samples of olive oil from different regions and varieties, using certified tasting glasses and following the procedure used by professional tasters. Together, we will analyse aromas of freshly cut grass, tomato leaf, almond, and other aromatic notes, enjoying an authentic Messinian experience in the land renowned for producing extra virgin olive oil.
When you leave, you'll know what makes an olive oil truly high-quality, how to recognise its positive characteristics, how to choose the right one for your everyday or culinary use, and what the best practices are for preserving and storing it to protect its aromas and freshness.
An interactive, educational and at the same time enjoyable experience, ideal for travellers, food lovers and for those who want to get to know the “liquid gold” of the Greek land in depth.