Forget wine tastings – olive oil is having its main character moment! 🌍 CGTN’s Gou Tianqi takes us to Crete, the powerhouse behind 30% of Greece’s liquid gold, where ancient traditions meet modern expertise. 💡
From Tree to Table: The Cretan Magic
Wander through silvery-green groves with farmers who’ve perfected olive cultivation over generations. Discover how soil, climate, and olive varieties like Koroneiki create flavors as unique as fingerprint swirls. 👩🌾
Tasting 101: Become an Oil Sommelier
Watch experts use professional slurping techniques (yes, slurping!) to detect grassy, peppery, or fruity notes. Pro tip: Quality oil should leave your throat tingling! 🔥
\"It’s like reading a story through your senses,\" says one producer. Ready to level up your cooking game? This video will make you the Olivia Pope of olive oil at your next dinner party. 🍽️✨
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