At Fonte da Bica, we believe that exceptional extra virgin olive oil is the result of three essential elements: outstanding olives, generations of expertise, and state-of-the-art extraction technology.

Every harvest begins with the careful selection of olives sourced from trusted local growers with whom we have built long-term partnerships. We closely monitor the ripeness of the fruit and ensure it is transported to our olive mill as quickly as possible, preserving its freshness and quality from the very beginning.

Upon arrival, the olives are carefully cleaned and washed before entering the milling process. Extraction is carried out exclusively by mechanical means and under strictly controlled temperatures, with no chemical treatments, ensuring that the olive oil retains its natural aromas, flavours, and valuable nutritional properties.

Following major investments in 2010 and, more recently, in 2023, Fonte da Bica completely modernised its production facilities with the latest extraction technology. This allows us to monitor and optimise every stage of the process, ensuring maximum efficiency, full traceability, the highest food safety standards, and consistently outstanding quality in every harvest.

Immediately after extraction, the olive oil is stored in stainless steel tanks, protected from light, oxygen, and temperature fluctuations. These carefully controlled conditions preserve its freshness, stability, and sensory characteristics until bottling.

Every batch is carefully monitored to ensure it reaches our customers exactly as it leaves the mill, fresh, balanced, and rich in aroma and flavour.

At Fonte da Bica, we see technology as a way to honour tradition rather than replace it. By combining nearly nine decades of family knowledge with the most advanced production methods, we produce authentic Portuguese extra virgin olive oil that reflects our passion, precision, and unwavering commitment to excellence.