HORTICULTURE

Detailed explanation-1: -Kalamata olives are the most popular purple olive, and sometimes they are called Greek black olives, although they are not the same. The Kalamata olive has the deep purple hue that you likely associate with purple olives. Cured in brine, the aftertaste of this particular olive is incredibly strong.

Detailed explanation-2: -Color: Deep purple. Taste: Rich, smoky, fruity. The king of Greek table olives, beloved and popular Kalamatas are deep purple, with tight, snappy, shiny skin, and a pretty almond shape. They’re typically preserved in red wine vinegar, red wine, and/or olive oil for a distinctive rich, smoky, fruity flavor.

Detailed explanation-3: -Olive trees in the Peloponnese Peninsula tend to have larger leaves than other olive trees and can absorb a lot of sun, which is a major factor in the production of the delicious, purple-hued kalamata olives.