Zei Extra Virgin Olive Oil
(Aiolis Food Inc, Turkey)
Harvest: 2010
Region: Ayvalik, Turkey
Description: Zei is an exceptional mono varietal olive oil that comes to us from Turkey’s well-known Ayvalik region, along the country’s North East Aegean coast, at the edge of the Edremit Gulf. For centuries this region has been recognized for its production of some of the Aegean’s finest olive oils. The Ayvalik terroir, comprised of the area’s soil composition, elevation, its slopes, and the northern and eastern winds (Poyraz and Imbat), combine magically to impart a distinct flavour profile to the Ayvalik olive varietal. The Ayvalik olives for Zei are harvested early in the season, while they are still green and are beginning to change to purple. This ensures the unique flavour profile of this sought-after varietal is preserved at its optimal state. This year’s harvest occurred in November of 2010 and is a result of organic and traditional farming practices. The Zei tin (2009Harvest) also carries a special holographic seal issued by the Ayvalik Chamber of Commerce, assuring the authenticity of this olive oil’s geographic source.
With the successful introduction of Zei by Aiolis Food to Toronto retailers in the spring of 2010, The Olive Oil Emporium is pleased to partner with Aiolis Food to offer Zei in a 1 Litre value-format for the first time across North America, throughout Canada and into the continental US. Pressed from the finest Adramytiani olives, Zei Extra Virgin Olive Oil will surely impress your palate for its freshness and its versatility in your kitchen!
Olive Varieties: 100% Ayvalik
Acidity: 0.69% to 0.72%
Tasting Profile: Zei Extra Virgin Olive Oil has a very pleasant and fresh fragrance that clearly speaks of the fruit it comes from - the olive! On the palate, Zei is very smooth with slight fruity and floral notes, a hint of arugula, and ending with a very mild peppery finish. We find Zei to be a very versatile olive oil that is well suited to a variety of meals. Ideal over leafy salads and tomato or cucumbers, this oil also works very well over hot dishes of all types, stewed vegetable meals, and grilled seafood. Zei is also a fantastic bread-dipper!
Size: 1000ml Tin (1L)
10hrvst