Abandoned Grove is a mission-driven company that rescues abandoned olive groves to produce sustainable, premium, and grove-specific extra virgin olive oil to improve lives and protect the planet. Exceptional extra virgin olive oil is the vehicle to drive change. 

Since our inception, we are still the only extra virgin olive oil crafted with you, your kitchen, and the planet in mind. Our methods and business model prioritize quality over quantity, allowing our olive farmers, millers, and tasters to focus on their passion. Each bottle reflects the characteristics of the specific grove, the season, and the community. Abandoned Grove has never retailed, understanding the care needed in transport and distribution. We ensure the highest quality through strict production practices overseen by world-renowned experts and handled by professionals. This dedication ensures that we and our customers, benefit from their expertise and love for their craft.

Both Founders Reserve and One Tree One Bottle extra virgin olive oils are derived from groves that Abandoned Grove has rejuvenated and continues to sustain. They are limited in production, with quantities tied directly to the number of trees within each grove, unlike many other oils on the market, including those labeled as "single estate." Both oils undergo AG’s renowed and meticulous quality control in production, testing, and transport.

The key distinction between Founders Reserve and OTOB lies in their grove-specific nature. OTOB is strictly tied to a single tree within a specific grove, while Founders Reserve is a blend of olives from Abandoned Grove’s various rejuvenated groves.

• One Tree One Bottle is limited in a unique way: each bottle comes from a specific tree, creating a one-of-a-kind field blend from a specific single rejuvenated grove. The flavor and sensory experience varies based on the tree varietal composition of that grove. With each bottle purchased, a second is donated to the grove’s community, making OTOB a blend of quality and social impact. The production is limited by the natural count and yield of individual trees within the grove.
• Founders Reserve is a curated blend of the three Tuscan historic cultivars (Moraiolo, Frantoio and Leccino) from the rejuvenated groves under our care, limited in production to between 1,500 and 3,000 bottles per year, depending on the harvest. It’s personally curated by founder Fil Bucchino in his yearly attempt to recreate and share his life-changing experience with premium olive oil.

Abandoned Grove has rejuvenated over 5,052 trees, sustained 64 acres of olive groves, involved 56 social integration participants, completed 14 successful premium harvests, and benefited 13 local businesses and artisans.

Yes, once a participant in our One Tree One Bottle membership you can choose a grove, follow its story, and enjoy the rewards of your support.

As a member, you can access extra virgin olive oil and exclusive products and releases throughout the year. You can also gift memberships, which give you access to our community.

Members have a direct line of communication with the Abandoned Grove community. Alternatively, subscribe to our newsletter for harvest updates, event notifications, education, and information on the latest limited releases.

Please do not hesitate to contact us at community@abandonedgrove.com with any questions.

One Tree, One Bottle is an initiative rooted in respect for the natural output of a Tuscan olive tree, typically yielding two bottles of extra virgin olive oil per harvest.

Your purchase supports a tree to produce one exceptional bottle of micro-regional and grove-specific premium extra virgin olive oil for you and another bottle that stays with the local producer to help foster a thriving ecosystem that supports community, countering grove abandonment and preserving our environment for future generations.

This initiative ensures the highest quality extra virgin olive oil and sustainable production and benefits local farmers.

To receive the latest harvest of One Tree One Bottle (OTOB) olive oil, orders must be placed before the harvest is complete (mid-fall). Once your order is confirmed, you’ll receive a certificate of adoption and sustainment, linking you to the specific grove producing your bottle.

OTOB oil is shipped after the full harvest is complete, where it is bottled at the source, under nitrogen, and carefully shipped using Abandoned Grove’s renowned meticulous system to preserve the oil’s quality. You can expect your oil to arrive around the beginning of the new year.

One Tree One Bottle (OTOB) olive oil is more expensive due to the unique care, social impact, and environmental sustainability involved in its production. Each bottle is tied to a specific tree within a rejuvenated grove, with production limited by the natural yield of these trees—no oil is sourced externally. The process involves meticulous care, from tree to bottle, to produce premium, grove-specific olive oil.

Additionally, a significant portion of the proceeds directly supports our No Grove Abandoned mission to revive and sustain olive groves. For every dollar spent, approximately 49 cents goes back to the community, improving the quality of the land and supporting local economies. This initiative helps combat environmental issues like biodiversity loss and desertification while ensuring that local communities benefit from sustainable agriculture. Plus, with each OTOB bottle sold, a second bottle is donated to the grove’s community, further helping to sustain both the community and the grove itself.

In short, the higher cost reflects not only the premium quality of the oil but also the broader mission to restore abandoned groves, support communities, and protect the environment.

The One Tree One Bottle (OTOB) program is unique because each bottle comes from a tree within a specific grove. Each grove’s unique microclimate, including differences in soil, elevation, and weather patterns, directly impacts the oil’s profile. Each OTOB bottle reflects the unique character of its grove, creating a truly one-of-a-kind olive oil experience while supporting a meaningful mission of sustainability and rejuvenation.

The number at the top of the OTOB (One Tree One Bottle) cards represents the number of trees that have been sustained in the grove. This signifies the specific trees that are part of the sustainability efforts, showing how many trees have been rejuvenated and maintained through your support. Each card highlights the ongoing mission of preserving and caring for these trees, ensuring that they continue to thrive for future harvests.

Founders Reserve and OTOB are both crafted to the highest standards, undergoing meticulous quality control in production, testing, and transport (see Our Process). The question of which is "better" depends on individual taste.

Founders Reserve is a curated blend from multiple rejuvenated groves, designed to deliver a balanced flavor profile using Tuscany’s three historic olive cultivars. With limited production (1,500–3,000 bottles annually), it’s versatile and refined, making it ideal for various dishes.

OTOB (One Tree One Bottle) offers a more unique, single-grove experience, with each bottle tied to a specific tree, providing a rare and distinctive flavor.

Quantities of Founders Reserve vary throughout the harvest season. On average, between 1,500 and 3,000 bottles are produced yearly, but the exact amount depends on the season’s yield. Pre-orders are released at three to four different points during the harvest as we monitor both quantity and pricing, allowing us to better estimate the final production.

To stay updated on availability, we recommend signing up for our mailing list. Subscribers receive notifications first and have the earliest opportunity to secure a case. Occasionally, if the harvest is more abundant than expected, limited quantities may be made available online for general access after mailing list notifications. This has only happened three times in the last decade.

Joining an Abandoned Grove membership supports the rejuvenation of abandoned olive groves, promotes sustainable agriculture, and helps local communities. Members receive exclusive access to product releases, merchandise, events, and experiences. They also enjoy benefits like free shipping, personalized updates, and unique experiences such as olive oil tastings and direct involvement in grove maintenance and protection

As they become available, members can access limited edition extra virgin olive oils, seasonal products, and exclusive releases unavailable to the general public. Explore our memberships.

The Founder's Membership, launched in 2023, is an exclusive lifetime membership honoring those significantly contributing to Abandoned Grove's vision. Benefits include immediate access to the AG Founder’s List for you and two others, advance access to Founder’s Reserve allocations, support from founder Fil Bucchino, first access to limited releases, and unique opportunities to impact entire groves and communities. We reserve access for present Founding Members and Grove Custodians, with invitations extended through a consideration list or existing founding member referrals.

You can join our community by signing up for any of our membership offerings.

Yes, you can gift all products and memberships. Simply select 'Gift' and enter the recipient's details. Once they accept, they'll join the community and stay connected until harvest. Abandoned Grove handles everything else.

The giftee will have access to everything included in the gifted membership and will then be fully integrated into the Abandoned Grove community.

Absolutely! You can personalize your gift and choose a specific date to send it, ensuring a thoughtful and timely delivery. This allows you to tailor the gift and ensure it is sent when desired.

We'd love to hear from you if you believe in quality over quantity, value taste, cherish beautiful experiences, and are passionate about driving positive change. Partnering with Abandoned Grove helps expand our mission and drive meaningful impact.
Get in touch!

Please reach out to us at partner@abandonedgrove.com