Lidl Chania Kritis PGI Extra Virgin Olive Oil

This product is an Extra Virgin Olive Oil sourced from the Chania region of Crete, Greece. It carries the Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) status, ensuring that the production, processing, or preparation occurs in that specific geographical area. The label explicitly identifies the producer as H. RENIERIS & CO., based in Kissamos, Crete, Greece.

Historically, this specific private label product is part of Lidl's Mediterranean-themed selection. The Lidl brand originated in Germany in the 1930s as a grocery wholesaler and has since grown into one of the world's largest discount supermarket chains. While the olive oil is produced by an external Greek specialist (Renieris), it is marketed and distributed globally by Lidl.

The ultimate owner of the brand is the Schwarz Group, a multi-national retail group headquartered in Neckarsulm, Baden-Württemberg, Germany. The Schwarz Group also owns the Kaufland hypermarket chain. The logistics for this specific product indicated on the back include local distribution subsidiaries like Lidl Romania, reflecting the brand's expansive European footprint.