Ellada FAQ
How should I store Ellada olive oil? +
Keep it away from light and heat, somewhere cool (ideally 14-18°C / 57-64°F), away from direct heat sources (oven, hob). The Ellada box naturally protects the oil from light and air down to the last drop. Once opened, we recommend using it within 12 months.
When are the olives harvested? +
The harvest takes place every year between November and January, at the optimal ripeness of the Koroneiki olives. This early, hand-picked harvest, followed by quick cold extraction, is what gives the oil its low acidity (between 0.2 and 0.3 g/L), a hallmark of quality.
What is the difference between virgin and extra virgin olive oil? +
Extra virgin olive oil is obtained solely through mechanical processes (cold pressing or centrifugation), without any chemical treatment or refining, with a regulatory acidity below 0.8 g/100g. Virgin olive oil tolerates higher acidity (up to 2 g/100g) and a less defined taste. Ellada is extra virgin, with a measured acidity between 0.2 and 0.3 g/L, well below the regulatory threshold.
How does delivery work? +
Delivery is free within the Bouches-du-Rhône department (France). Everywhere else in France and the EU, shipping is calculated by weight (€2/kg). Local pickup is also available in Marseille (20 rue Nicolas Appert). See the Terms of Sale for details.
Why is this oil’s acidity so low? +
Acidity (free oleic acid level) is an indicator of an olive oil’s quality and freshness: the lower it is, the purer and better-extracted the oil. Ellada’s ranges between 0.2 and 0.3 g/L, the result of an early hand harvest and cold extraction carried out quickly after picking, which limits oxidation of the olives.
Can I cook with Ellada olive oil, or is it only for raw use? +
Both: it can be used raw (dressing salads, dipping bread) or cooked (pan, oven). Its good heat stability makes it a versatile oil for everyday Mediterranean cooking.
Why does the Ellada box cost more than a supermarket olive oil? +
Three concrete reasons: hand-picked rather than mechanised harvesting, modest production (8,000 to 12,000 litres a year, versus much larger volumes for a mass-market brand), and direct sale from the producer we distribute, with no wholesale middleman. The price per litre is €15/L for the 3L box and €14/L for the 6L box.
Which countries do you deliver to besides France? +
Besides France, we deliver to Germany, Austria, Belgium, Spain, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands and Portugal, via Mondial Relay. Shipping costs €2/kg, and delivery is free within the Bouches-du-Rhône department.
3-litre or 6-litre box: which one should I choose? +
The price per litre is close (€15/L for the 3L, €14/L for the 6L): the choice mainly depends on how much you use. The 6L box makes sense if you cook with olive oil often or share it at home; the 3L suits more occasional use. Once closed, storage is identical either way.
Can I return a box if I change my mind? +
Yes, you have 14 days after receiving your order to withdraw, provided the box is unopened and unsealed (for hygiene reasons). See our return policy for the full process.
How can I contact you directly? +
By email at contact@lolivequivoyage.fr, or by phone at +33 6 60 35 43 04, Monday to Friday, 8am-8pm. See our contact page.