Istria's olive oil
2000 years olive oil culture
For over 2000 years, farmers in Istria have cultivated a wide variety of local and imported olive varieties. Since the peninsula is located in the northernmost growing area for olive trees, the warm but not too hot summers and mild winters, provide the best conditions for the cultivation of olive groves.
Besides the particular geography and the optimal climate, the most important factor is the soil. Most of the peninsula is free of pesticides and toxins, which makes the olive oil organic, high quality and authentic. Istrian olive oil contains many health-promoting properties. It is rich in monounsaturated fatty acids and also contains polyphenols, which have strong antioxidant properties.
Baioco - family Đurić-Geissa
When Andrej and Ester tell about the cultivation and the different methods of producing olive oil, or how to see, smell and taste good and quality olive oil, you will not be able to escape their spell! For the family, olive growing is their natural destiny and they live it with a lot of authenticity and passion, combining innovation and tradition.
Bajkin - Loris Bajkin
More than 400 years ago, the ancestors of Loris Bajkin settled in the region of Istria. Today, not only the olive oil bears the name Bajkin, but also their road and the small town of Bajkini in the hilly northwest of Istria. Their deep roots are symbolically represented in their logo, as well as the olive tree, as a sign of permanence, fertility and health.
Oio de Bušcina - OPG Zubin
The olive groves of Enio Zubin and his family are located in the hills of Umag, in the village of Buščina. With sincere authenticity, proud devotion and a lot of humor, Enio let us in on the secrets of his craft. We even had the opportunity to visit his picturesque olive groves.
Al Torcio oil mill - Novigrad
The Al Torcio oil mill is located in the picturesque coastal town of Novigrad on the west coast of Istria. Đurđica Beletić and her family are dedicated to realizing the visions of her late husband and father. They produce high-quality extra virgin olive oil, which is known far beyond the country's borders and has won numerous prizes at international olive oil competitions.
OPG Noel ISTRA
Our youngest producer, Noel Đurić, discovered his passion for olive growing at an early age and is following in his parents' footsteps. Alongside his studies in computer science, he cultivates the family's olive groves, which are located close to the sea, with great dedication and traditional craftsmanship.