HIGH-POLYPHENOL OLIVE OIL
Exceptionally rich in polyphenols.
Pure, balanced and cold-extracted olive oil of the highest quality – for health, well-being and the long term.
Vela Luka, Croatia · Lab-tested · Extra virgin olive oil
Why Vala Selection
Olive oil that makes a difference. Every day.
Good for the body
Olive oil polyphenols contribute to the protection of blood lipids from oxidative stress*. Olive oil is also rich in monounsaturated fat, which contributes to maintaining normal cholesterol levels when it replaces saturated fat. Research also links extra virgin olive oil to better cardiovascular health and support for the body’s blood sugar regulation.
Proven quality
We check quality all the way from harvest to bottle. The olives are cold-extracted within 24 hours of harvest and the finished oil is analysed by an independent laboratory. Each product has a guaranteed minimum polyphenol level. If the oil does not reach the promised level, it is not sold.
Made for your everyday life
Take a spoonful in the morning or use the oil with food. Its fresh, balanced and peppery flavour makes it just as suitable for your morning routine as over yoghurt, eggs, vegetables, fish or a finished dish.
*EU-authorised claim: Olive oil polyphenols contribute to the protection of blood lipids from oxidative stress.
The beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 20 g of olive oil.
Luxury for the long term.
It should feel good to choose something that is good for the body. That is why we combine health benefits, world-class flavour, proven quality and a bottle you will be happy to keep on display.
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*Based on 20 g per day — the amount referred to in the EU health claim for olive oil polyphenols. One bottle lasts approximately three weeks.
Polyphenols
Why we measure
Polyphenol content cannot be seen in either the olives or the olive oil. That is why we have the finished olive oil analysed by an independent laboratory using high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC). We always publish the result alongside our products.
Reference sample, 2025 harvest
1004
mg/kg
Total polyphenols
Analysis
HPLC (University of Split)
Olive variety
100% Lastovka
Harvest time
September/October 2025
Extraction
Cold-extracted within 24 hours
Category
Extra virgin olive oil
Origin
Vela Luka, Croatia
Polyphenol content varies naturally between harvests. The figure above is the analysis result for the 2025 Early Harvest reference sample. The guaranteed minimum level for each olive oil is always stated on the product page.
Reference sample from the 2025 harvest
Category values: IOC Trade Standard. Our values: University of Split.
“An exceptional olive oil with a distinct character. Mild bitterness, a peppery finish and a clear sense of high quality.”
Håkan Carlsson, Executive Chef and Restaurant Manager
ORIGIN · CROATIA
Vela Luka
The olives are harvested around Vela Luka on the island of Korčula in southern Croatia. The short journey from tree to mill allows them to be cold-extracted within 24 hours of harvest.
Quality
From harvest to bottle
01. HARVEST
Hand-picked when the olives have the best balance between flavour and a high polyphenol level. Early Harvest is picked earlier for an even higher polyphenol level.
02. EXTRACTION
Cold-extracted within 24 hours of harvest to preserve a high concentration of polyphenols and flavour.
03. ANALYSIS
An independent laboratory measures polyphenol levels, quality and much more for every batch.
04. BOTTLE
The olive oil is bottled and sealed in dark UV-blocking glass that protects it from light and oxygen.
Questions & answers
Frequently asked questions
What does the polyphenol level in mg/kg mean?
It is the concentration of polyphenols in the oil. The guaranteed minimum level for each harvest is stated on the product page. The 2025 Early Harvest reference sample measured 1004 mg/kg by HPLC at the University of Split.
What does the health claim mean?
Olive oil polyphenols contribute to the protection of blood lipids from oxidative stress. The beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 20 g of olive oil as part of a varied and balanced diet.
Why pre-order?
We bottle limited batches directly from the harvest. Pre-orders determine how much of the production is reserved for Sweden. Full payment is made when ordering. If we miss the delivery window, you are entitled to a full refund, and you always have a 14-day right of withdrawal under EU consumer rules. If a batch does not reach its guaranteed minimum level, it is not sold. You will then receive a refund.
When will I receive my order?
You will be notified as soon as the olives for your product have been picked and cold-extracted. The estimated delivery month is stated on each product page.
Where do your products come from?
All olive oil from Vala Selection comes from the area around the village of Vela Luka on the island of Korčula in Croatia.