Our Groves
Our groves are absolute magic, situated mostly in the local Petaluma hills, they are perhaps the most beautiful part of the olive oil making process. We grow 40 acres of our own organic olive trees on our Catapult Estate in Sonoma County. Cultivating our olives using organic and sustainable farming methods ensures soil heath and biodiversity.
We also work with small farmers in Northern California to source the best olives for our oils. Supporting small scale farmers and promoting local agriculture isn't just a choice, it’s a passion. By growing or sourcing California olives we reduce freight contributing to the economic sustainability. We are proud to only make olive oil from 100% California Grown Olives!
Harvesting
Good things take time and hard work and that includes olive oil, which is why we choose to handpick all of our olives. Although slower, handpicking ensures the delicate flavors and aromas of the olives are preserved from tree to table. Truly a labor of love, this hard work is the backbone of our operation and guarantees only the best quality olives are chosen for our oils.
We begin by strategically laying down tarps beneath the olive trees so we can effectively collect all the olives. Our handheld electric rake delicately combs the tree without causing damage, and as electric rakes work, the olives fall onto the waiting tarps. Making it easy for our team to gather the olives and bring them to milling.
Milling & Our Press
If visiting the olive press during harvest, there will be an undeniable aroma of fresh olive oil in the air coming from our press. Our olives are milled within 24 hours of being picked to preserve maximum flavor and freshness.
Once the olives arrive to the mill and are cleaned, our Pieralisi Hammer Mill crushes the whole olives into a paste squeezing the oil completely out of the olives. The resulting paste travels through the malaxer and decanter, separating out the solids, and we're left with our liquid gold.
To Your Table
Quality is the heart of what we do at The Olive Press. From our carefully tended groves to the hand-bottling and labeling process, we're committed to bringing you the most exceptional olive oils.
This isn't just about olive oil; it's about simplicity and authenticity. We're honored to have our oils grace your table, enhancing your meals and becoming a staple in your kitchen.
Explore our recipes to see how our olive oils can elevate your dishes. From our groves to your table!
