Cretan Groves Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Cretan Groves is a premium extra virgin olive oil brand deeply rooted in the agricultural traditions of Crete, Greece. The specific product shown is a Protected Designation of Origin (P.D.O.) olive oil from the Kolymvari region in Chania, a location renowned for its fertile soil and ideal microclimate for olive cultivation. This oil is extracted using traditional cold-pressing methods to maintain its high nutritional value and distinct peppery finish.

The brand is owned and produced by the Stavgianoudakis family under the business name Plakias Olive Oil (Georgios Stavgianoudakis). Based in the Rethymno and Chania prefectures of Crete, the company oversees the entire production process from harvesting Koroneiki olives in their family groves to bottling and global distribution. They are part of a broader network of Cretan producers who prioritize sustainable farming and authentic Mediterranean food heritage.