Lesvos Dominant Olive Types: Adramytiani or Fragolia

LESVOS DOMINANT OLIVE TYPES : ADRAMYTIANI OR FRAGOLIA

The “adramytiani” or “fragolia” olives originates from Asia Minor and is named after the area of Adramyttio.

This variety takes up 20% of the island’s olive tree total and is found in the northern and north-eastern parts of Lesvos.

Its fruit matures between the months of November and December and has an olive oil content of 20 to 25%.

It renders an especially aromatic oil defined by the lightness of its texture and the fullness of its flavour. The olive fruit may also be salted and consumed as part of a meal.

Once salted, it may be preserved for 3 to 4 weeks.

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