Specially Selected Kalamata PDO Extra Virgin Olive Oil Bottle
Great BuyPDO KalamataDark Glass
Specially Selected • Greece (Peloponnese (Kalamata))

Specially Selected Kalamata PDO Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Best Culinary Use:Everyday Cooking & Finishing
Sold at:ALDI
Est. TrustA+90/100
Estimated Trust Score
High Provenance & Packaging Score

Weighted across single-origin integrity, cultivar chemistry, packaging protection & FDA customs record.

Data Confidence Score75% • Med Confidence
Medium Confidence: Origin, packaging, and retail pricing verified; cultivar/harvest pending physical label & CDR bench check.
Provenance & Cultivar EvaluationVerified Label & Chemistry Profile

How This Bottle Is Rated: Provenance, Cultivar & Freshness Analysis

This bottle is rated on its verified origin transparency, Koroneiki olive variety fatty-acid and antioxidant profile, light-protective packaging (Dark Glass), and US FDA customs inspection history. Independent chemical lab testing (measuring Free Fatty Acidity, Peroxide Value, and Total Polyphenols) is added as bottles complete bench verification.

Retail Price & Size Comparison

Where to Buy Specially Selected Kalamata PDO Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Store / RetailerBottle SizeShelf PriceUnit Price ($/L)Last VerifiedStore Link
ALDI500 mL (16.9 fl oz)$7.99$15.98/L2026-11-06Browse ALDI
Geographic Traceability & Sensory Notes

Origin, Harvest & Sensory Profile

Single-Origin
Origin Country
Greece
Region / Mill Zone
Peloponnese (Kalamata)
Harvest Campaign
Check Bottle Label
Sensory Intensity
Balanced
Olive Variety & Cooking Profile

Cultivar Fatty-Acid & Thermal Chemistry

Cultivar Encyclopedia
Declared Olive Cultivar(s)
Koroneiki
HIGH (300–500 mg/kg)
Oleic Acid (MUFA)
75%
Linoleic (PUFA)
6%
Oleic : Linoleic
12.5 : 1
Thermal Score
85/100
Expected Shelf Life
20 mos

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 tbsp (15 mL / 14g)

Calories120
Total Fat14g
Saturated Fat2g
Trans Fat0g
Polyunsaturated Fat (PUFA)1.5g
Monounsaturated Fat (MUFA)10g
Sodium0mg
Total Carbohydrate0g
Protein0g
Declared Ingredients
100% Extra Virgin Olive Oil
US FDA OASIS Customs Enforcement

FDA Import Refusal Check

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Zero Brand-Level FDA Import Refusals Matched

No US FDA OASIS customs import refusals were matched directly to Specially Selected.

Editorial Quality Audit • Pros & Cons

Specially Selected Kalamata PDO Extra Virgin Olive Oil Strengths & Limitations

Positive Quality Signals (Pros)
  • ✓Single-origin traceability from Greece (Peloponnese (Kalamata))
  • ✓UV-protective Dark Glass packaging helps preserve polyphenols and prevent photo-oxidation
  • ✓Disclosed olive cultivar (Koroneiki) with 75% monounsaturated oleic acid
  • ✓Official PDO Kalamata certification enforcing a strict 0.80% max acidity ceiling
Watchouts & Label Gaps (Cons)
  • •Specific harvest campaign date is not listed on online retailer product pages
Verified Bottle Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Specially Selected Kalamata PDO Extra Virgin Olive Oil single-origin or a multi-country blend?

Specially Selected Kalamata PDO Extra Virgin Olive Oil is a single-origin extra virgin olive oil sourced from Greece (Peloponnese (Kalamata)). It carries PDO Kalamata regional origin certification.

What olive cultivars and polyphenol levels does Specially Selected Kalamata PDO Extra Virgin Olive Oil have?

Specially Selected Kalamata PDO Extra Virgin Olive Oil is pressed from Koroneiki olives (Monovarietal). Cultivated Koroneiki olives typically average 75% monounsaturated oleic acid. Exact total polyphenols (mg/kg) vary by harvest date and olive cultivar and are published once the bottle completes CDR FoodLab® bench testing.

How is Specially Selected Kalamata PDO Extra Virgin Olive Oil packaged and does it protect against UV oxidation?

Specially Selected Kalamata PDO Extra Virgin Olive Oil is packaged in Dark Glass. Dark Glass blocks damaging UV light on supermarket shelves, helping preserve chlorophyll and antioxidant polyphenols. Harvest campaign status: Check Bottle Label.

What is the Trust Score and Verdict for Specially Selected Kalamata PDO Extra Virgin Olive Oil?

Specially Selected Kalamata PDO Extra Virgin Olive Oil earns an Estimated Trust Score of 90/100 (Grade A+ — High Provenance & Packaging Score) with a Data Confidence Score of 75% (Medium Confidence: Origin, packaging, and retail pricing verified; cultivar/harvest pending physical label & CDR bench check.). The smartest buy in the grocery store: 100% real Greece oil without the fancy markup.

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