A L'OLIVIER, creator of perfect pairings since 1822
"Since 1822, A L’OLIVIER has been more than just an oil company: it’s a symbol of authenticity and culinary refinement. Founded by Eugène Popelin, a visionary pharmacist who was one of the first to proclaim the health benefits of olive oil, the company has spanned two centuries without ever losing its soul: that of the South, of the Mediterranean, of sharing and conviviality.
Today, with 200 years of expertise and innovation, A L’OLIVIER is recognized worldwide as a benchmark for French taste. A pioneer in infused olive oils, holder of exclusive processes, and committed to responsible and respectful French production, the company enhances the Mediterranean art of living."
A two-century legacy
The story of A L'OLIVIER begins in Paris, in the Marais district, in 1822, when Eugène Popelin founded the first shop offering a selection of olive oils. Parisian restaurateurs quickly made it their reference, won over by the quality and consistency of its oils.
1822: Founded by Eugène Popelin, a passionate pharmacist.
1885: The Marais shop becomes an iconic address.
1978: Workshops set up in the Nice region, close to the olive groves.
1994: Infused olive oils are born, a world first.
2003: Opening of the shop at the Marché des Fleurs in Nice.
2012: Unique eco-extraction, innovative technology internalized by our engineering teams in our workshops in the Nice hinterland.
2025: A new era with FRENCH MEDITERRANEAN GOURMET SAS, whose project is to make this prestigious house, a reference for French taste, present in more than 45 countries, and which enhances the Mediterranean art of living, an indispensable global brand.
The soul of the Mediterranean
Naturalness: century-old olive trees, sun-drenched orchards, and aromatic herb fields.
Sharing: healthy, friendly, joyful, and generous cuisine.
A legacy: a mission to uphold the values of the Mediterranean diet, inscribed on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list.
Balance: a healthy, gourmet, and sustainable diet, a symbol of longevity.
Every A L’OLIVIER bottle is a signature of this spirit: the fragrance of herbs, the power of olives, the sweetness of fruits. More than a product, it's an invitation to experience the Mediterranean.
Unique expertise
A L’OLIVIER relies on a passionate team of oil specialists. These experts, true "noses" of olive oil, taste, analyze, and blend the best vintages. Their role is to ensure a perfect balance between tradition and innovation.
High Standards
- Strict physico-chemical analyses.
- Systematic organoleptic tastings.
- Full traceability of each batch.
- Recognized certifications (PDO, PGI, Organic).
- Production sites certified IFS (International Food Standard), FDA...
French Workshops:
With two sites in France (Carros near Nice and Le Thillay in the Paris region), the company fully controls the selection, blending, and bottling, guaranteeing impeccable quality.
Processes & Innovations
Innovation is in the Maison’s DNA. A L’OLIVIER has always been a pioneer:
- Infused olive oils (since 1994): a unique marriage of quality olive oil and fresh herbs. A unique sensory signature.
- Unique eco-extraction: innovative technology internalized in 2012 by our teams of engineers in our workshops in the Nice hinterland, which preserves the aromas and natural active ingredients of plants, without denaturing them.
- Premium packaging that preserves organoleptic qualities: glass and stoneware bottles, metal cans and cardboard boxes.
These exclusive manufacturing methods make A L’OLIVIER a visionary house whose quintessential products offer an incomparable sensory journey.
Our ranges
EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OILS
• PDO: Haute-Provence, Vallée des Baux, Nyons. Origin France and European Union. Organic versions and exclusive blends.
INFUSED OLIVE OILS
• Fresh basil, Nice lemon, Black truffle, Garlic, Herbs de Provence, Espelette pepper…
SEED & NUT OILS
• Walnut, hazelnut, organic sesame. Produced using traditional stone mill methods.
VINEGARS AND FRUIT VINEGARS
• Over 35% fruit on average per recipe. Sulfite-free recipes for bold and balanced flavors.
CONDIMENTS
• Truffle specialties: oils, vinegars, salts, mustards, and condiments. Genuine Périgord and Alba truffles.
• Niçoise appetizer bites: aubergine, goat cheese and oregano confit, zucchini, parmesan and basil cream, artichoke and black truffle delight, black and green tapenades….etc…
MINIATURES & GIFT SETS
• Elegant formats for restaurants, hotels, premium gifting, and catering.
ARTISANAL ITALIAN PASTA
• New collection of premium pasta, available in 4 varieties: calamarata, fusilloni, tortiglioni, spaghettoni.
LOCAL & INTERNATIONAL Outreach
Today, A L’OLIVIER shines in over 45 countries, through the largest gastronomic, hotel, and fine food networks. Its oils, vinegars, and condiments captivate Michelin-starred chefs, prestigious restaurateurs, and enlightened enthusiasts on every continent.
But before being an international brand, A L’OLIVIER is a House deeply rooted in its terroir. And it is in Nice, in the heart of the French Riviera, that its iconic location can be found: an essential boutique that embodies the brand's identity.
This address, a true showcase of the Mediterranean soul, is much more than a sales space: it is a place of sensory experience and discovery. All ranges are displayed there: extra virgin olive oils, iconic infused oils, fruit vinegars, truffle creations, presented as expressions of a refined art of living.
This unique place symbolizes A L’OLIVIER's philosophy: rooted in its terroir, open to the international, true to 200 years of authenticity while remaining a pioneer in innovation.
The premium Mediterranean diet
Today, A L’OLIVIER is much more than a specialist in oils, vinegars, and condiments: it is the guardian of the Mediterranean soul, an ambassador of the Mediterranean diet, a true culinary art of living widely recognized worldwide for its health benefits. Through its virgin olive oils, its iconic infused oils, its bold fruit vinegars, its delicious truffle creations, and its condiments, the House extends a millennia-old gastronomic tradition, driven by the passion and expertise of its oil specialists.
A pioneer in innovation with exclusive processes like 100% French eco-extraction, committed to 100% responsible and respectful production, distributed in over 45 countries and across all distribution channels, A L’OLIVIER is today a key player in premium gastronomy and a trusted partner for the greatest chefs and establishments.
Since 1822, A L’OLIVIER has embodied the perfect alliance between authenticity, innovation, and French excellence. With 200 years of history, the House has constantly reinvented itself to stay ahead of its time, while preserving the essence of its heritage. True to its convictions and values, A L’OLIVIER aims to promote the Mediterranean diet to all communities around the world.
A vision that transcends generations and borders.
Our Commitments
Crafted with our expertise, our infused olive oils and fruit vinegars preserve the natural flavors of fresh plants.