Milas Harvest Day: From Grove to Mill

At First Light

Dawn breaks over the grove as pickers check nets and approach each tree in turn. Fruit color, texture and firmness are assessed with every step.

The Picking Moment

Hand-picking and mechanical shaking meet over the nets. Olives are lifted into crates without touching the ground. Leaves and twigs are sorted out and the fruit is stacked to breathe.

Time in Transit

The short trip from grove to mill can decide the oil’s destiny. Speed and shade protect freshness. Crates avoid sun exposure and the team prevents delays that invite oxidation.

First Stop at the Mill

Final sorting happens on the line. Washing clears dust and stray matter. Crushing and malaxation follow with careful control of temperature and time to protect delicate aromas.

Where Oil Is Born

The first drops from the separator carry the harvest’s signature. Green-fruity scent, peppery lift and a hint of fresh almond rise together. Samples go to the lab and resting is planned before bottling.

Journey to the Table

Bottles head to cool, dark storage. Inert Argon gas is added to the tank at the end of the day to maintain n anaerobic state. Labels record harvest timing and method. A day of attentive work is captured in a single finishing drizzle at home.

Closing Note

In Milas, harvest is not only the start of production. It is the first line of a bottle’s story, turning precision and timing into flavor.