Franci Biologico Italiano Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil (500 ml) - Frantoio, Moraiolo, Leccino & Olivastra Blend

Franci Biologico Italiano Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil (500 ml) - Frantoio, Moraiolo, Leccino & Olivastra Blend

Aroma: Medium fruity, with fresh notes of cut grass and artichoke leaf. Exceptionally well balanced.

Use: Best enjoyed raw—ideal for soups, leafy greens, legumes, meats, bruschetta, pinzimonio, salads, and mildly flavored fish.

Frantoio variety:

Frantoio is an Italian olive variety originally from the Tuscany region. Frantoio olives have excellent organoleptic characteristics therefore its EVOO is highly appreciated all around the World. The olive oil made from Frantoio olives has very high stability, which makes it suitable even for frying. Its oil has a fruity flavour with mild spicy and bitter notes. Typical aromas are fresh herb, tomato, lettuce, artichoke, apple, grain, rosemary, celery and almond.

Moraiolo variety:

Moraiolo is an Italian variety and originates from the Tuscany region. It is well known it’s quality of oil it produces. The Moraiolo Extra Virgin Olive Oil is a distinctively fruity oil with high intensity of bitter- and spiciness. Olive Oil made from the Moraiolo variety has pleasant aromas of fresh grass, green almond and artichoke.

Leccino variety:

Leccino is one of the rustic Italian varieties, mainly cultivated through Umbria and Tuscany. Nowadays it is expanding to the regions of Lazio, Puglia, Abruzzo, Campania and Marche. You can find Leccino olive trees all around the World, thanks to their good adaptability and high productivity. It is a well-appreciated olive due to its delicate flavour. The oil made from Leccino olives is sweet with balanced spicy and bitterness. Typical aromas: escarole, artichoke, almond and black pepper.

Olivastra variety:

Olivastra is a Tuscan olive variety known for producing delicate, well-balanced extra virgin olive oil with fruity, floral notes and a mild bitterness. Often grown in high-altitude groves, Olivastra olives thrive in cooler climates, resulting in oils with elegant aromas, soft texture, and exceptional smoothness. This variety is especially valued by small artisanal producers for its quality and character.

About Frantioi Franci:

In the peaceful hills of Tuscany, where the Maremma, Monte Amiata, and Val d’Orcia come together, Franci’s family has been caring for the land for generations. With about 120 hectares of countryside to look after, every olive tree gets the love it deserves - because for Franci, making great olive oil starts with respecting the land.

It all began back in 1958, when Franco and Fernando Franci bought the historic Villa Magra olive grove. They transformed an old barn into a small oil mill, and that’s where the journey truly began.

Years later, in 1995, Giorgio - Fernando’s son - joined the family business. Since then, things have grown naturally and steadily. Today, their oils travel to over 40 countries, but the heart of the work still lies in the same Tuscan soil.

Franci creates a wide range of oils - from local IGP and Organic Tuscan varieties to rare single cultivars and special selections. Some olives come straight from their groves, others from trusted Italian suppliers they've worked with for years. From October to December, pressing season is in full swing, but the real work happens all year round—caring for the land with attention and passion.

At the end of the day, Franci’s oil is more than a product - it’s a piece of their story, shared with the world.

ElOlivo Review: 

As its name suggests, this is the true Italian olive oil from Tuscany. We are incredibly proud to work with Franci - one of the finest producers not only in Italy, but in the world.

This particular oil is part of their everyday line, offering an exceptional balance of quality and value. It features beautiful aromas of artichoke and fresh grass, with a delicate note of almond. On the palate, the artichoke character continues alongside grassy undertones, finishing with that familiar peppery bite and a touch of bitterness in perfect balance.

Wonderfully versatile in the kitchen, we love using it on salads, pasta dishes, or drizzled over pizza. It also works beautifully in stews, casseroles, or to elevate a simple mashed potato with aromatic richness.

This is the true everyday Italian olive oil from Franci - simply lovely. Enjoy!

Origin: Italy, Toscana

Harvest season: 2024/25

Best before date: 09/09/2026

Please note, all the product descriptions are only indicators for tasting the oils. When you choose olive oil always take into consideration your personal preferences, especially when it comes to bitterness and spiciness.