A Family Estate in the Heart of the Cape
Rio Largo Olive Estate was born from a love of the land and a commitment to producing olive oil that rivals the best in the world. Nestled in the Breede River Valley of South Africa's Western Cape, our groves benefit from rich alluvial soils, pure mountain water, and a Mediterranean climate that olives thrive in.
The Breede River Valley
Our estate sits where the Breede River carves through the mountains of the Western Cape. The combination of warm days, cool nights, and mineral-rich water creates olive oil with a complexity and depth of flavour that is uniquely South African.
We grow Frantoio, Leccino, and Coratina varietals — Italian cultivars that have found a second home in African soil. Each brings its own character to our blends and single cultivars.
From Grove to Bottle
Hand Harvest
Olives picked by hand at peak ripeness, ensuring only the best fruit reaches the mill.
Cold Press
Pressed within 4 hours at our on-site mill. Low temperature preserves delicate flavours.
Natural Settle
The oil rests in stainless steel tanks under nitrogen, developing its rich character.
Estate Bottled
Bottled on-site for complete quality control. Every bottle is traceable to our estate.
