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Rio Largo Olive Estate
Rio Largo Olive Estate is owned by Nick and Brenda Wilkinson. The estate is situated in the Western Cape on Africa's southern tip in the Karoo semi-desert, where the weather and terroir are perfect for olive growing. Attention to detail is not negotiable and biodynamic farming practices are implemented. Nick, a chartered accountant turned passionate olive producer, has brought home awards for this proudly South African olive oil since 2010.
Rio Largo Olive Estate Awards
2024
(Winning at the NYIOOC is a) great way to measure ourselves against international competition and know we can compete with the best of the best world with our Italian cultivars.
Nick Wilkinson, owner
2023
We are brimming with pride as this accolade gives us a way of measuring ourselves against other producers and credibility with our suppliers, and their clients, that we continue to produce a world-class product from the soils of Africa.
Nick Wilkinson, owner
2022
2021
We are ecstatic knowing that we can compete with the best of the best on a global scale.
Nick Wilkinson, owner
2020
2018
2016
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