The oil mill opens on Monday, October 13
SHREDDING SERVICES FOR INDIVIDUALS AND BUSINESSES
1. Intake
The mill is open to everyone, whether you bring a kilogram or several tons of olives. During olive harvesting season, our team will welcome you Monday through Saturday and public holidays from 1:30 p.m. to 6:30 pm. and on Sundays from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
2. Crushing
We offer a comprehensive olive crushing service for both individuals and professionals. Whether you are an experienced producer or simply an enthusiast with a few olive trees, we can transform your fruit into high-quality olive oil.
2 options:
* Shared batch - no minimum quantity
Your olives are crushed, with no minimum quantity, and assembled in a common batch. This means that all olives are processed as soon as they are received, under the best conditions, in order to preserve their aroma and freshness.
* Custom batch - from 200 kg
If you would like to obtain oil made exclusively from your olives, this is possible for quantities of 200 kg or more. In this case, we offer you the opportunity to watch your olives being crushed: a unique opportunity to discover what goes on behind the scenes of the processing.
An appointment is essential and you will stay with us for around 1.5 hours, the time needed for your olives to be processed into fresh, aromatic oil that you can take away with you.
3. Receiving the oil
Upon placing your order, you will receive a voucher with pickup details. All orders will be ready for pick up from the end of November until Christmas Day, depending on when the order is placed. After the holidays, the oil will be returned by appointment only.
Our tips for a delicious and aromatic oil
To guarantee top-quality olive oil—fruity, aromatic, and healthy—it is essential to:
- bring your olives in as soon as possible, within 24 hours, to prevent deterioration.
- use open crates (avoid plastic bags) to promote good air circulation and limit the risk of fermentation.
- choose a cool, dry storage location to preserve the aromatic qualities of your olives.
Follow these three simple tips and if you have any other questions, contact us or visit the mill!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
- How much does a liter of oil cost to produce?
The amount of oil obtained from an order depends on the date of harvest, the variety of olives picked, and the size of the order. The crushing costs for a liter of oil vary between 2 € and 3 €. This price also includes tax per liter. The exact cost depends on the ratio of oil to vegetation water and the volume of solid flesh in the fruit.
- Do I have to bring my own containers for the oil?
The hygiene standards of the HACCP processing method require us to provide the cans that will store the oil immediately after processing. However, if you sign a liability waiver, you will be permitted to use your own containers.
- How is the reception on site?
Our entire team is available to assist you with your order. We will help unload your olives, weigh your order, and answer all of your questions along the way. Even during our busy harvest season, we know that the speed of processing your olives is also essential. The olives do not wait. We will take all necessary steps to process your order quickly, efficiently, and cheerfully.
- Is organic labeling automatic?
Our mill is accredited AB (organic farming) for the processing of fruits.
Olive growers who use organic methods in their farming will benefit from pressing their olives with us. Please note that you must request an organic label when placing your order so that we can be sure to utilize the required procedures to justify the label.
THE MILL WILL OPEN ITS DOORS IN
WHY CRUSH OLIVES AT THE CH TEAU VIRANT MILL?
Choosing the Château Virant mill to crush your olives means choosing excellence and trust.
For decades, our highly qualified teams have been working with passion and expertise to offer impeccable service to both individuals and professionals. Each member of our staff is trained in best processing practices, guaranteeing olive oil that reveals the full aromatic richness of your fruit.
A smooth and responsive organization
We make it a point of honor to ensure rapid reception and optimal processing of your olives. Our organization, honed season after season, allows us to combine efficiency and precision in order to meet your needs as quickly as possible, while preserving the freshness of the harvest.
Guaranteed transparency and traceability
At Château Virant, trust is built on transparency. Each batch is carefully identified and tracked, ensuring complete traceability from the moment your olives are received to the moment your oil is obtained. You know exactly where your product comes from and can follow each step of the process.
OUR AWARDS
The mill at Château Virant produces the most frequently awarded oil in France: PDO Aix en Provence olive oil.
Our mill meets the strictest quality requirements. Our products are certified Organic Agriculture, and we are proud to meet the strict hygiene standards required of the HACCP processing method.
Each year, our methods are reviewed and revised. Our expertise allows us to guarantee our customers exceptional quality for their olive oils. Our teams are proud to constantly strive for excellence.
We also work each year to provide free, advance advice on harvest dates so that your oil will match the taste you desire.
More than 3000 producers trust us each harvest
The trust in our mill is our greatest reward
Every year, the Château Virant mill comes alive: our entire team welcomes and assists the many olive growers who bring their harvest to us.
Among them are professionals, long-time friends, new enthusiasts, and gardening enthusiasts. Everyone meets and exchanges advice. More than just a mill, it is a place for sharing. We welcome all olive tree lovers and ensure that our smallest suppliers (1kg of olives per year) receive the same service and quality as our largest producers. This is the Château Virant spirit, and our teams contribute to it wholeheartedly.
How to reach the mill
MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
Fill out the form below and click on "send my request" so we can call you back, confirm your appointment and answer any questions you may have.
Drop-off times and dates:
Monday to Saturday and public holidays from 1:30 to 6:30 pm, Sunday from 4:30 to 6:30 pm.