Italy, renowned for its wine and cuisine, is also celebrated for its olive oil, ranking as the world's second-highest producer of extra virgin olive oil after Spain. Olive oil holds a central place in Italian culinary tradition and culture, with a history dating back to ancient times.

Today, Italian olive oil stands out for its exceptional quality and diverse flavours, stemming from over 350 olive varieties native to the country. This diversity, coupled with Protected Designations of Origin (PDO), elevates Italian olive oil to one of the finest in the world, akin to wine and cheese.