Why Biolea?
About BIOLEA
Biolea is a family-run business located in the picturesque village of Astrikas in northwestern Crete, distinguished in the market of Greek organic olive oils. The heritage that reaches back to the fifth and sixth generations of the Dimitriadis family is synonymous with commitment to the production process. Biolea is an artisanal olive oil, the exclusive product of family-owned olive groves. Estate olive oils are prized for their distinctive characteristics, which are influenced by natural factors such as soil, altitude, microclimate and olive variety. Cultivation and production techniques add to the individuality of the product’s character. At Astrikas Estate, Mediterranean island microclimate, perfect elevation 300 meters above sea level, and arid and organic cultivation of the Koroneiki olive variety shape the distinct characteristics of Biolea olive oil.
Why Biolea?
Sustainable and Traditional Production System. Biolea's olive oils are not just food products; they are a testament to quality tradition and sustainable development. The production method using a stone mill and press preserves the maximum nutritional and aromatic values of the olive oil, offering a high-quality, eco-friendly product. By choosing Biolea, you're not only selecting a superb product but also supporting sustainable practices and the rich heritage of Cretan olive oil production. The Astrikas Estate family olive groves are farmed organically without the use of chemical fertilizers, pesticides and herbicides and have been certified organic for the past 20 years.
Beyond organic cultivation, Biolea has developed sustainable ways of farming in order to help preserve the environment. Although the olive trees produce less without irrigation, arid cultivation helps conserve island’s precious water supply and avoid the introduction of non-biodegradable PVC plastic irrigation pipes. At the same time, without plowing or any heavy machinery in the fields to help prevent the increasingly concerning issue of soil erosion in Crete.
