Nestled in the heart of Tuscany, Frantoio Franci embodies the essence of its storied terroir, cultivating 120 hectares of pristine countryside and nurturing 30,000 olive trees with unwavering dedication. Our commitment to absolute quality, without compromise, is rooted in the rich traditions of Tuscan olive oil production, where every bottle reflects the land’s unique character and our meticulous craftsmanship.
Certified by the rigorous BRC and IFS standards, we guarantee unparalleled food safety, consistently achieving top scores that underscore our promise of excellence. Beyond producing exceptional extra virgin olive oil, we champion education through The Olive Oil School, sharing our expertise to inspire appreciation for this ancient craft. At Frantoio Franci, we don’t just make olive oil—we preserve a legacy of flavour, tradition, and trust.
Our global presence speaks to the strength of our vision, with commercial networks spanning over 40 countries and a remarkable tally of more than 730 international awards recognizing our superior quality. These accolades are a testament to our relentless pursuit of perfection, blending time-honoured techniques with modern innovation to deliver olive oil that captivates palates worldwide. Whether it’s our direct-to consumer sales, partnerships with retailers and wholesalers, or facilitating international export deals, Frantoio Franci stands as a beacon of reliability and prestige in the olive oil industry.
Frantoio Franci is the only
company in the world
that has won the Leone d’Oro
for 6 times: 1999, 2001,
2005, 2018, 2019, 2021
1958 Foundation of the Company
1995 Giorgio Franci, Fernando’s son, starts the collaboration with his father
1996 First bottle presented to the Sol – fair in Verona
1996 Runner up to the National Competition Festambiente 1996, the first award in our history
1999 Victory of the First Leone d’Oro, the most important award of the time
2002 New machinery is installed for the Oil Mill, the first technology available for processing olives.
2005 New World Record: Victory of the Third Leone d’Oro. Today the only Company in the World to have won 6.
2010 The only Italian Company to hit the highest score for 10 years in a row on the Slow Food Guide.
2010 New line for the processing of the olives, Frantoio Franci becomes developer for some machines by Pieralisi
2015 Export in over 40 countries
2016 On the occasion of the 30th anniversary, Gambero Rosso awards Frantoio Franci as the Hero of Made in Italy
2018 Fernando Franci receives the award Il Magnifico for his Career
2018 The Grand Slam year, Frantoio Franci Wins all the most important Competitions for the Olive Oil.
2019 Frantoio Franci receives 100/100 from the Flos Olei, International Guide to the Best Olive Oils in the World
2024 April, 730 AWARDS IN THE MOST IMPORTANT COMPETITIONS FOR EXTRAVIRGIN OLIVE OIL
2024 Frantoio Franci is the only Company in the World to be for 18 times in the Top20 / Flos Olei Hall of Fame
2025 Frantoio Franci has been selected by Forbes among the 100 Italian Excellences of 2025
