Extra Virgin Olive Oil – Early Harvest

Extra Virgin Olive Oil – Early Harvest

Intensity and Discipline from the Mediterranean by Mare Nostrum

Extra Virgin Olive Oil – Early Harvest by Mare Nostrum is produced from olives harvested at the earliest stage of maturity, resulting in a vivid, structured oil that reflects precision, restraint, and respect for Mediterranean olive-growing traditions.

Product Identity

Product Type: Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Extraction: Cold Extracted

Harvesting Style: Early Harvest

Origin: Mediterranean Region

Culinary Context: Raw Use & Conscious Cooking

Positioning: Retail-Ready Packaging · Not Bulk

Mediterranean Context

Early harvest olive oil represents a deliberate choice.

Harvesting olives before full ripeness reduces yield but intensifies character. This approach has long been associated with households and producers who prioritize aroma, bitterness, and freshness over volume.

In Mediterranean culture, early harvest oils are often reserved for raw applications, finishing dishes, and moments where olive oil itself becomes the focal point.

The Character of Early Harvest Olive Oil

Vivid Aromatics

Fresh-cut grass, green almond, and herbal notes dominate the aroma profile.

Structured Bitterness and Pepperiness

Natural bitterness and a peppery finish indicate freshness and phenolic richness, not harshness.

Traditional Production Approach

Harvested Early by Choice

Olives are picked while still green, requiring greater effort and precision.

Cold Extraction for Integrity

Immediate cold extraction preserves volatile aromas and natural antioxidants.

Technical Product Information

• Extra virgin olive oil

• Cold extracted

• Early harvest olives

• Naturally high in polyphenols

• No additives

Best suited for raw and finishing use.

How to Use

• Drizzle over salads and vegetables

• Finish grilled or roasted dishes

• Pair with bread for tasting

• Use sparingly to highlight flavor

Not intended for heavy cooking or frying.

Culinary Applications

• Raw vegetable dishes

• Mediterranean meze and antipasti

• Fish, legumes, and grains

• Tasting-focused preparations

An olive oil meant to be noticed.

Packaging & Net Volume

Mare Nostrum Extra Virgin Olive Oil – Early Harvest is offered exclusively in retail-ready packaging.

• Dark Glass Bottle – 500 ml

• Dark Glass Bottle – 750 ml

Bulk or industrial packaging is not offered.

Storage & Shelf Life

Shelf Life:

Up to 18–24 months when stored away from heat and light.

Storage Advice:

Store in a cool, dark place. Consume preferably within the first year for optimal freshness.

Why Mare Nostrum

Mare Nostrum approaches early harvest olive oil as a discipline rather than a trend.

This oil is produced for those who understand that intensity, bitterness, and freshness are signs of care, not excess.