Laconiko, an award-winning producer of single-origin extra virgin olive oils, has announced the availability of its new harvest Koroneiki Estate Olive Oils. The oils are freshly pressed from olives grown on the southern coastline of Lakonia, Greece, representing the culmination of a year of careful cultivation and precise harvest timing. This announcement matters because it highlights how artisanal food producers maintain quality standards despite challenging agricultural conditions, while expanding consumer access to premium products with recognized health benefits.
"Green harvested olive fruit tells a story of our land," said Diamantis Pierrakos, Producer and Co-Owner of Laconiko. "The weather conditions created a challenging harvest year for much of Greece, but we never compromise on quality. We pick at the exact right moment, crush immediately, and obsess over quality so what ends up on your table is something we can be truly proud of." The implication of this approach is that consumers receive olive oil with optimal flavor and nutritional properties, as early harvesting preserves higher levels of beneficial compounds.
Produced from early-harvested green Koroneiki olives and first cold-pressed within hours of picking, this year's olive oil is described as vibrant, fresh, and well-balanced. Pierrakos noted that this year's harvest has delicious green fruit notes that make it suitable for everyday cooking, dressings, marinades, and finishing. The same olive oil recently earned Laconiko recognition in the prestigious Athena International olive oil competition, where it received "The Best of Show Award" for producing the "Best Olive Oil from Greece" and "Best Koroneiki Internationally." This matters because such awards validate the oil's quality against international standards, giving consumers confidence in their purchase.
The new harvest is available for purchase at https://laconiko.com, at Laconiko's Manassas, Virginia showroom, and through select specialty retailers nationwide. Two varieties are offered: Laconiko Estate Olive Oil at $29.95 per 500ml bottle, featuring fresh green fruit aroma with freshly cut grass and ripe banana notes, and Laconiko Olio Nuovo at $39.95 per 500ml bottle, characterized by bold green fruit aroma with fresh cut greens, green tomato with arugula notes. This expanded availability matters because it demonstrates how specialty food producers are reaching broader markets through multiple distribution channels.
Naturally high in polyphenols and oleocanthal, Laconiko olive oil delivers robust flavor alongside antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. The company also announced that its indoor and outdoor spaces are now available to rent for private dining, corporate events, receptions, micro-weddings, and other celebrations. Laconiko hosts public events as well, with more information available at https://laconiko.com/collections/events. This diversification into event hosting represents an important business strategy for artisanal producers seeking additional revenue streams while creating immersive brand experiences for consumers.
