Wine and Olive Oil producers, located in Provence. Our regional products are elaborated within our family estate, in the respect of the environment.
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Our fruity ripe olive oil is sweet and aromatic. A treat for gourmets and amateurs alike!
Our fruity ripe olive oil is an artisanal blend of olives harvested from the orchards of our estate. Immediately after picking, the fruit is cold pressed in order to preserve the natural properties within.
This oil comes mainly from the Salonenque and Aglandau olive varieties native to Provence.
Salonenque is a variety originating from Salon de Provence. It has been cultivated there for hundreds of years and supplies the inhabitants of the region with oil and olives.
Aglandau is found in the Baux valley, in the Gard, and also on the outskirts of Marseilles and Aix-en-Provence.
To make this type of olive oil, we use the same olives that we use to make our fruity green olive oil. However, we harvest the olives for this oil at a later date, which produces a smooth oil with an apple-like aroma.
This “round,” soft oil works best with delicate dishes. Delicious both plain and as part of a cooked dish, it can be enjoyed with all types of savory and sweet meals. It is also ideal in desserts as a butter substitute.
Château Virant has an HVE 3 certification issued by the French government. This distinguished label is only obtained after having reached the highest level of environmental certification for farms. This label signifies sustainable production and practices with careful management of natural resources.
The ripe fruity olive oil of Château Virant is an annual award winner at the Concours Général Agricole in Paris and the Concours PACA.
The Concours Général Agricole in Paris allows farmers across France to compete against their peers in select categories. Year after year, Château Virant continues to medal with its wines and its olive oils, making it one of the most awarded estates in all of France.
In addition to the CGA, our fruity mur olive oil wins medals every year in the South PACA region's oil competition.
In addition to the CGA, our fruity ripe olive oil annually medals in the competitive South Provence-Alpes Côte d’Azur (South PACA) region, which accounts for more than ⅔ of French olive oil production. This competition, highlighting the bounty of the region, is judged by highly skilled industry professionals giving the medal special significance.
All of our olive oils are labeled Olive Oil from France. This is our guarantee that our select olive oils are made from olives harvested from the olive groves at the Château Virant estate, in the very heart of Provence.
The making of our fruity ripe olive oil begins with a late harvest. The color of the fruit and the taste of the fruit on the palate are good indicators of maturity. Once harvested, the olives are transported by tractor to our mill where they will be pressed within 12 hours of being picked. To ensure this process, our mill operates 24 hours a day during olive harvesting season.
Upon arrival at the mill, the olives are washed, pitted, and peeled. Next, they are pulped, with oil separated from the flesh of the fruit by means of centrifugal force. Before being taken to the tank for bottling, the oil is filtered.
All of our tanks contain olive oil only from the current year. At Château Virant, we do not sell olive oil from previous years because to do so would compromise our quality standards.
Store oils in a cool, dry place to maintain the subtle flavors and nutritional benefits. By following these simple precautions, the taste qualities will not be compromised and the shelf life of the oil can be extended.
A Living Heritage Company
Thanks to its renowned oil mill, which is one of the largest in France, the Château Virant is the first estate in France to have been awarded the Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant (EPV) label. A little bit like monuments designated as national heritage sites, this label recognizes companies that serve as representatives of excellence in French craftsmanship and enterprise.
Culinary College of France
Since 2018, all of our olive oils have been recognized by the Culinary College of France. Created by internationally renowned chefs Alain Ducasse, Thierry Marx, Joël Robuchon and Yannick Alléno, this institution promotes French gastronomy throughout the world. With its judiciously recognized products, the Culinary College of France celebrates the heritage of French artisanal cuisine.
4.9 /5
Based on 51 customer reviews
Thierry M. published the 29/04/2022 following an order made on 13/04/2022
Les frais d'envoi sont un peu chers
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Christiane G. published the 20/04/2022 following an order made on 07/04/2022
conforme à mes attentes
RENE S. published the 13/04/2022 following an order made on 02/04/2022
CHER MAIS LA QUALITE EST BIEN LA
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Jean C. published the 13/03/2022 following an order made on 02/03/2022
excellente mais affaire de gout
Chantal B. published the 28/12/2021 following an order made on 17/12/2021
Huile utilisée recette crue et cuite
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Silvia S. published the 21/12/2021 following an order made on 02/12/2021
Pour ma plus grande joie dans la cuisine….
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Francine R. published the 21/12/2021 following an order made on 04/12/2021
Decouverte en vacances tres diuce et fruite
Sylvie M. published the 14/12/2021 following an order made on 02/12/2021
Un délice
Dominique P. published the 13/12/2021 following an order made on 02/12/2021
Je n’utilise dans ma cuisine uniquement les huiles d’olive Château Virant! Les essayer c’est les adopter ! Huile d’olive excellente !
Georges M. published the 25/06/2021 following an order made on 14/06/2021
Excellent et inégalé.
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