Abandoned Grove
Abandoned Grove
Founder's Reserve
Founder's Reserve Origins
In 2009, through a home-spun email list, we introduced 'Adagio del Colle,' an exclusive extra virgin olive oil crafted for Fil's immediate family and friends. Over time, as its reputation grew and word spread, the family list expanded to include friends and friends of friends.
On its 10th anniversary, we marked the transition to 'Family Reserve' extra virgin olive oil.
In 2023, it was aptly renamed once again to 'Founder's Reserve' extra virgin olive oil.
This change was not a rebranding but a tribute to the immense contributions of our community members, whom we consider Founders in their own right. Their early adoption and advocacy were pivotal in allowing our mission to take root.
Maintaining a sold-out status for fourteen consecutive years, Founder's Reserve early access is solely available to our mail list members.
Int'l Olive Oil Expert Fil Bucchino passionately curates every detail of the Founder's Reserve's production, creating bespoke, limited runs from the sub-sections of rejuvenated groves that have thrived best during the season.
Int'l Olive Oil Expert Fil Bucchino passionately curates every detail of the Founder's Reserve's production, creating bespoke, limited runs from the sub-sections of rejuvenated groves that have thrived best during the season.
Founder's List
As an evolution of our long-standing 'Friends & Family List,' in 2023, we proudly launched the Founder's List—an exclusive lifetime membership to honour the remarkable members of our community. These individuals, whom Abandoned Grove regards as true founders, have made significant and instrumental contributions to bringing our vision to life.
Today, our 'Founder’s List’ members include internationally renowned olive oil experts, our grove custodians, farmers, chefs, artists, renowned restaurants, celebrities, scientists, wellness practitioners, and tastemakers.
We warmly invite your interest through our consideration list or a referral from an existing member.
