On October 8th, at the Motto del Gallo restaurant in Taverne, Palace of Varignana presented its new 2025/2026 olive oil campaign to the Ticino public—enriched with a precious limited-edition extra virgin olive oil—during a dinner organized by the Italian Chamber of Commerce for Switzerland. The evening, reserved for enthusiasts and industry professionals, was the occasion chosen by the Emilian company to introduce its , obtained for the first time from its own centuries-old olive trees.
A collection that interprets the Bolognese hills
The new vintage is the result of balanced weather patterns, characterized by spring rains and mild temperatures. According to agronomist Aleandro Ottanelli, these conditions favored an orderly ripening of the olives, producing fresh oils with a distinct aromatic signature. The six labels include four monocultivar varieties— Pandesco Bio, Brisighella DOP, Vargnano e Stiffonte — and two Multivarietals, Cabianca Bio e Lafonte.
The Aurum Limited Edition
The most anticipated point of the presentation was the debut of Aurum, a rare selection obtained exclusively from olives harvested from centuries-old trees. The batch, processed separately and chosen for its freshness and longevity, concentrates the agronomic heritage of the Bolognese hills in just a few drops. According to the company, Aurum represents a seal of quality for the 2025/2026 olive oil campaign.
The Agrivar project: 700 hectares of olive groves, vineyards, and biodiversity
Agrivar, the agricultural company of Palace of Varignana, was founded in 2015 with the aim of enhancing the local area through a circular model that combines agronomy and hospitality. Today, it boasts 700 hectares of cultivated land and 265 hectares of olive groves—the largest in Emilia-Romagna—with over 195.000 trees. Among these, historic varieties such as Nostrana di Brisighella have been recovered and revitalized thanks to sustainable techniques.
The range of extra virgin olive oils 2025/2026
Each label interprets the territory with its own accent.
Pandesco Bio
Monocultivar Maurino, it stands out for its green and delicate notes, between tender almonds and lettuce. The flavor is clean, harmonious, and immediate.
Vargnano
A Nostrana cultivar oil, broad and bright, with hints of citrus zest and hillside herbs. It's enveloping and persistent on the palate.
Stiffonte
Monocultivar Correggiolo, offers a classic balance between new artichoke, almond and an elegant vegetal maturity, with a harmonious finish.
Brisighella DOP
From early-harvested Nostrana di Brisighella grapes, it expresses olive leaf, cut grass, and clear notes of tomato, with a precise and flavorful finish.
Cabianca Bio
Multivarietal with medium fruitiness, with hints of wild herbs and a balanced taste structure between bitterness and spiciness.
Lafonte
Distinctly vegetal, with cardoon and artichoke in evidence and a liveliness that reflects the care taken in its production.
International recognitions
The quality of Palazzo di Varignana oils is confirmed by consolidated awards. The company has been included in the guide for the seventh consecutive year. Olei Flos, being included in the 500 best extra virgin olive oils in the world in 2026 with a score of 93/100. The collection also obtained:
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Three Leaves Oils of Italy 2025 by Gambero Rosso
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Gold Award to the New York Olive Oil Competition 2025
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5 Drops Drink 2025
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Extra Gold Medal BIOL 2025
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Gold and Silver at Japan Olive Oil Prize 2025
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Finalist at Il Magnifico – Europe's Best Eqoo Collection 2025
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Best Emilia-Romagna DOP according to AIRO
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Merum Award
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MIOOA 2025 – Platinum Glass
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Selection Feinschmecker 2025
A model that combines hospitality and agriculture
Alongside the production of extra virgin olive oilPalazzo di Varignana supports a widespread hospitality project developed around Palazzo Bentivoglio, a 1705 villa restored and transformed into a resort featuring rooms, restaurants, a spa, pools, and nature trails. Ingredients grown on the estate's land—from vegetable gardens to fruit trees, from herbs to saffron—serve the on-site restaurants and comprise a line of locally sourced products.
The culture of oil as an experience
The company has developed a dedicated program dedicated to the culture of extra virgin olive oil: guided tastings, oil-centric menus, and spa treatments using vegetable oils that allow you to explore the raw material even outside the kitchen.
A project in constant evolution
The agronomic project does not stop at the olive tree: 57 hectares of vineyards host Sangiovese, Albana and others wines, transformed into a range of wines that can be tasted in the resort's semi-underground cellar.
