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In Maremma, the scent of extra virgin olive oil tells an ancient story
of centuries-old olive trees, sustainable farming, and time-honoured traditions. Here, among hills overlooking the sea and quiet medieval villages, the olive oil roads wind through the countryside — a paradise for those who love to explore slowly and with taste.
Visiting an oil mill is not just an opportunity to taste a top-quality product, but a journey into Tuscan rural rituals, with stories of family, stone mills, and bottles that contain the work of an entire season.
■ Frantoio Franci – Montenero d’Orcia
Among the most renowned names in the Italian olive oil scene, Frantoio Franci welcomes guests Monday to Friday, from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with the last tour starting at 5:00 PM. The visit with tasting of 3 oils costs €25 per person, with detailed explanations about production and sensory profiles.
For smaller groups (5–10 people), you can enjoy a unique experience with Chef Matia Barciulli, who offers guided tastings, sensory workshops, and cooking sessions paired with EVO oil. Everything must be booked in advance and lasts from 1 to 4 hours, depending on the experience.
■ Agriturismo Tesorino – Massa Marittima
With reservation, you can take part in mini tasting courses, designed for individuals or small groups. The experience includes:
– Introduction to the history of olive oil in Tuscany and to the characteristics of Tesorino’s organic oil
– Guided tasting techniques, with professional glasses and sensory evaluation of different oils
– Gastronomic pairing tips
– Possibility to purchase the farm’s products directly
The duration ranges from 1 to 2 hours, depending on the selected format, and prices are affordable, with discounts for families and small groups.
🌿 Tastings in the wineries of Maremma
Many local farmhouses and wineries offer food and wine tours that combine oil, wine, and local specialties. Among the most popular:
■ Tenuta La Badiola – Castiglione della Pescaia: an elegant estate among olive groves and vineyards, where you can book guided tastings of oil and wine, accompanied by local cheese platters.
■ Fattoria La Maliosa – Saturnia: a sustainable organic farm offering immersive experiences in the fields and olive groves, followed by guided tastings with a view over the Maremma countryside.
■ Frantoio Rossi – Magliano in Toscana: a small family-run mill offering tastings by reservation, with new oil, bruschetta, and engaging explanations.
🍽️ Extra experiences
In addition to tasting, many mills also offer:
– Mini tasting courses, to learn how to recognize quality oil
– Walks among olive trees, often paired with e-bike tours
– Combined tastings with honey, cheeses, or DOC wines
– Country cooking workshops, with traditional Maremma recipes
The best time to visit the mills is between October and December, during the olive harvest and pressing, when you can see the “new oil” flowing from the machines.
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