Overall Score
79/100
Award Issued
SILVER Medal
Product Brand
Plomari Platinum
Product Name
Olive Oil
Product Flavor
Unfiltered Premium Extra Virgin
Country
Sweden
Our French sensory collective comments
The jury's evaluation of the Plomari Platinum Unfiltered Premium Extra Virgin Olive Oil highlights its well-executed sensory profile, showcasing a harmonious blend of fruity and floral aromas, a visually appealing golden hue, and a balanced, pleasant taste. The product's overall impression is one of quality performance and sensory appeal, embodying the essence of its premium ingredients and artisanal craftsmanship.
Product description
Plomari Platinum Unfiltered olive oil is produced from the dominant local olive varieties Kolovi and Adramitiani combined in a blend, cold pressed, early harvested. It is a Protected Designation of Origin Lesvos (P.G.I.) olive oil from Greece. The olives harvesting is performed manually. We carefully select the trees and olives to harvest at the optimal olive ripeness stage for the maximum antioxidant content and best organoleptic characteristics. This unique olive oil has high polyphenol content with a health claim (historical values of total polyphenols range from 540mg/kg to 770mg/kg) and a well balanced taste profile; tones of olive fruitiness, bitter-sweet, nuts and many more, with a long after taste.
Plomari Platinum taste description
Plomari Platinum super early-harvest has a well-balanced bittersweet taste featuring subtle and delicate flavors of wild artichoke, freshly clipped grass, hay, bitter almond, nuts, and a medium/strong pungent aftertaste. It has a distinctive green-gold color.
Our F.L.A.V.O.R results
FORM
The golden hue of the olive oil, as noted by the judge, suggests a visually appealing and well-crafted product. The color is an indicator of the oil's freshness and the care taken during the production process to preserve the natural pigments.
89/100
LINGER
The judge's observation of a moderately bitter aftertaste is an area that could be addressed to enhance the overall sensory experience. A slightly bitter finish is not uncommon in premium extra virgin olive oils, but finding the right balance between bitterness, fruitiness, and sweetness could further elevate the product's appeal.
72/100
AROMA
The olive oil's aroma presents a well-balanced blend of fruity and floral notes, showcasing the natural complexity and vibrancy of the premium ingredients. The judge's positive assessment of the aroma's distinct presence indicates a high-quality product that has retained the essential aromatic compounds.
88/100
VITALITY
The judge's assessment of the olive oil's taste as sweet and fruity is a positive indication of the product's flavor profile. The balanced and pleasant taste suggests a well-crafted product that captures the essence of the olive varietal and the region's terroir.
75/100
OVERALL TEXTURE
The judge's description of the oil's texture as oily and coarse provides valuable insights. While the oily mouthfeel is an expected characteristic of a high-quality extra virgin olive oil, the coarseness could potentially be improved through more refined filtration or processing techniques to achieve a smoother, more elegant texture.
87/100
REFINEMENT
Based on the judge's commentary, the Plomari Platinum Unfiltered Premium Extra Virgin Olive Oil presents a generally positive sensory profile, with well-executed aromas, appearance, and flavor notes. The product seems to evoke a sense of Greek vacations, hinting at its authentic and artisanal qualities.
84/100