Bertolli Originale Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Bertolli Originale Extra Virgin Olive Oil has a rich history dating back to 1865 when Francesco Bertolli and his wife, Caterina, established a small grocery store in Lucca, Tuscany. The brand gained international fame by being a pioneer in exporting Italian olive oil to America in the late 19th century.

Today, the manufacturing process reflects a global approach. While long associated with Italy, the product is typically a master blend of oils sourced from various Mediterranean and international regions including Spain, Italy, Greece, Tunisia, and Portugal. This blending strategy is designed to maintain a consistent flavor profile year-round despite seasonal variations in different regions. Most of the blending and bottling occurs at modern facilities in Italy or Spain.

Ownership of the Bertolli brand is fragmented across several companies due to major divestments by Unilever. The olive oil business is owned and operated by Deoleo S.A., a Spanish multinational that is the world's largest olive oil bottler. Other categories like sauces and spreads are owned by different entities, such as Mizkan Holdings and Flora Food Group.