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UC Davis Koroneiki Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Produced by UC Davis Olive Center — producer profile

Monovarietal Koroneiki olive oil — variety guide

At a glance

Latest recorded release · 2023

2 awards across 2 releases

Latest: Bronze · California State Fair EVOO Competition · 2024

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The Special Edition UC Davis Olive Center Koroneiki is a 2023 gold medal winner at the California State Fair Extra Virgin Olive Oil Competition. In Greece 'Koroneiki' is considered "the queen of olives" and is recognised globally as one of the preferred variety for oil production. The Koreneiki tree has grown there for more than 3000 years and is a prolific producer. While the olives themselves are very small, they contain high levels of naturally occurring phenolic compounds associated with a pronounced, peppery flavour. The Koroneiki olive, picked while still green, is highly prized for its aromatic, strongly flavored oil, perfect for its natural raw state or added at the end of cooking. UC Davis' Koroneiki Extra Virgin olive oil has grassy and green banana and plantain notes with hints floral tones that make it perfect for finishing any dish.

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Release History

2026
Current harvest year

No release has been recorded for this harvest year yet.

2023
Harvest Type
Early Harvest
Varieties

Awards & recognition

2022

Awards & recognition

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