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who we are
Regenerative farmers
We practice regenerative farming on EXAU estates because we care about the future of our trees and the planet.
Olive oil sommeliers
Our founders are level 2 olive oil sommeliers, earning their credentials in Italy with AMEDOO.
artisanal producers
We exclusively product premium extra virgin olive oil.
100% family owned
Our family has been producing premium Italian extra virgin olive oil for almost 100 years.
hundreds of reviews
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Grown and milled in Calabria, Italy
Our family's story
1927 - 1980
nonno francesco
Along the Ionian coast of Calabria, Italy Giuseppe's grandfather plants olive trees, vineyards, and more. He produces premium Italian extra virgin olive oil for his family's personal use.
1992 - 2017
salvatore & lina
Giuseppe's father, Salvatore, retires early and dedicates his free time to the groves. He plants more trees. Salvatore and Lina (Giuseppe's mother), harvest the fruit regularly.
2017 - present
giuseppe & skyler
We take over management of the estate and work with an agronomist to establish regenerative farming. EXAU launches in the US in 2018 and production quickly expands to 2 new properties. We start the olive oil club in 2019 and begin shipping to new countries!
Where you've seen us
Our book: The 1st in 15 years
The Olive Oil Enthusiast is the first book exclusively about olive oil published by a major publisher in over 15 years.
As producers, sommeliers, and farmers Giuseppe and Skyler guide you step by step through the world of our favorite cooking fat.
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