The MONACO company is located in the municipality of Tortoreto, in the small hamlet of Cavatassi, approximately 200 meters above sea level. It was founded in 1970 by Dr. Ruggero Monaco, a veterinarian who, despite having no prior knowledge of agronomic practices related to olive cultivation, was deeply passionate about olives and decided to plant part of the existing olive grove.
From the 1990s onward, his son Mauro, together with his wife Simona, took over the management of the farm. Their dedication and expertise have transformed these verdant hills into a source of exceptional organic extra virgin olive oil.
WHERE WE ARE
To reach the heart of the farm, you will travel along an ancient white country road, taking in the breathtaking panorama. In the distance, you’ll see the majestic Gemini Mountains (1,814 m), Mount Ascension (1,100 m) to one side, and on the other, the towering Gran Sasso d'Italia (2,912 m), the highest mountain range in the Apennines. The unique combination of nearby mountains and the calm, sandy beaches of the Adriatic Sea creates a mild climate, perfect for cultivating olive trees.
The Monaco family lovingly tends to more than 1,600 olive trees on their 7.5-acre farm. A wide variety of olives are grown here, ranging from strictly local types such as Tortiglione to renowned national varieties like Pendolino, Carboncella, Ascolana Tenera, Dritta, Leccino, Frantoio, and Maurino, as well as select international cultivars.
A visit to this farm is much more than a journey into the world of extra virgin olive oil and its meticulous production. It’s an invitation to experience firsthand the passion and resilience behind a profound life choice, steeped in tradition and respect for the land.
NEWS
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Monaco Oils Awarded the Three Leaflets!
Gambero Rosso's 3 Leaflets mark Outstanding Oils. We owe this recognition to the in-depth and passionate study; to the continuous search for balance between the past and innovation; to the desire to restore dignity to the work of the farmer; and to the responsibility of protecting a rare olive-natural heritage!
This official, prestigious, international recognition gratifies us and in some ways is confirmation that we are working in the right direction...
WHAT THEY SAY ABOUT US
The Monaco company has been specializing for several years in the production of flavored oils, crafted with meticulous attention to detail and using only the highest quality ingredients. This dedication has earned significant success in the market. The secret lies in the remarkable final product, which harmoniously combines the inherent qualities of the farm's exclusive extra virgin olive oil with the delicate aromas of natural and organic plant-based ingredients, blended directly during the extraction phase.
The Monaco farm has revived this ancient olive variety from the Teramo region, restoring it to its rightful place as an irreplaceable element of food, culture, and landscape.
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