How Do You Know If Your Olive Oil Is Really Extra Virgin?
Oct 06, 2025
The world loves olive oil, but not all bottles and cans on the shelf are what they claim to be. Many people wonder: How do I know if my olive oil is real extra virgin olive oil, and not fake or mixed?
Why some olive oils are not what they seem
Unfortunately, the olive oil market has seen many cases where lower-quality oils are sold as “extra virgin.” Sometimes oils are blended with cheaper oils from other countries, sometimes the harvest date or shelf life is not honest, and sometimes the label promises more than what’s actually inside.
For anyone who loves cooking, the quality of olive oil makes a huge difference — in taste, health, and trust.
The PDO guarantee with Sopato
With Sopato Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil, you don’t have to take only George’s word for it. Every can of Sopato carries the official PDO (Protected Designation of Origin) Sitia, Crete logo.
That small symbol is your guarantee that:
• It really is extra virgin olive oil. PDO certification requires strict analysis and paperwork. If the oil is not extra virgin, it cannot carry the PDO mark.
• It is single origin. Sopato is pressed only from olives grown in the PDO region of Sitia, Crete. No blends, no mixing with oils from other regions or countries.
• It is authentic and traceable. PDO rules mean the oil can be tracked from the olive tree to the can.
• Shelf life is correct. The oil is fresh from the latest harvest, with no fake dates added to make old oil look new.
Why this matters for you
When you choose Sopato, you are choosing more than just a bottle of olive oil. You are choosing honesty, transparency, and a taste of Crete that is backed by one of the strictest quality guarantees in the world.
So the next time you ask yourself “How do I know my olive oil is really extra virgin?” — look for the PDO logo. With Sopato, it’s on the can, and it’s in every drop.
