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California Select Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Cobram Estate utilizes proprietary 'ultra-premium' harvesting technology that minimizes fruit damage and preserves high polyphenol counts. Their oils consistently win international competitions for chemical purity and flavor profile.
Quality & Materials
Estate-grown olives processed within 4-6 hours of harvest. High in natural antioxidants (polyphenols).
Evidence & Testing
Mandatory testing by the Olive Oil Commission of California (OOCC) which enforces the most stringent legal standards in the US.
Brand Transparency
Fully integrated supply chain. They provide detailed chemical profiles including acidity and peroxide levels upon request.
Value Assessment
Slightly more expensive than standard EVOO but justified by the high antioxidant retention and superior flavor stability.
Why Not Alternatives?
They control the entire process from nursery to bottling, whereas many premium brands buy fruit from third-party farmers, leading to less consistency in antioxidant levels.
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