Company
Mission
For 4 generations, we have been producing extra virgin olive oil, inspiring pleasant and unforgettable moments with its unmistakable flavor.
The History
Welcome to the Ever-Green World of Francesco Cillo
Our story began in 1931 in a village immersed in the silence of nature and surrounded by olive trees that develop their quality thanks to the unique microclimate of the region. Today, Francesco Cillo is the representative image of a perfectly balanced and unspoiled territory—an enchanting testament to a place that has remained unchanged over time.
An ancient land and the privilege of being here
Our olive trees grow on hilly terrain with millennia-old origins, composed of clayey, azure sands typical of Lucania (Basilicata), where traces of olive cultivation dating back to the 6th century BC have been found.
Our sustainable commitment
for a better future
We employ innovative extraction methods and use renewable energy for the entire production process. By promoting sustainable development, we contribute to the protection of our planet.
Philosophy
The power of nature
Respecting the natural beauty of the land and belonging to a deeply rooted culture are the principles upon which our philosophy is based. We preserve the genetic diversity of cultivars and the wealth of knowledge surrounding their use and conservation, which are inextricably linked to tradition.
Discover the taste and quality of our Extra virgin olive oil
Awards
All awards
- 2025 - First place at the Olio Awards by “Der Feinschmecker,” Germany
- 2025 - minated among Italy's best extra virgin olive oils “Merum” guide, Switzerland
- 2025 - Nominated among Italy's best extra virgin olive oils “BIBENDA” guide, Italy
- 2025 - Nominated among the world's best extra virgin olive oils "FLOS OLEI" guide, Italy
- 2024 - Nominated among the world's best extra virgin olive oils "FLOS OLEI" guide, Italy
- 2024 - Nominated among Italy's best extra virgin olive oils “Merum” guide, Switzerland
- 2024 - Nominated among the world's best extra virgin olive oils in "Der Feinschmecker" guide, Germany
- 2024 - Nominated among Italy's best extra virgin olive oils "Slow Food" guide, Italy
- 2023 - Nominated among the world's best extra virgin olive oils "FLOS OLEI" guide, Italy
- 2023 - Nominated among Italy's best extra virgin olive oils “Merum” guide, Switzerland
- 2023 - Nominated among the world's best extra virgin olive oils in "Der Feinschmecker" guide, Germany
- 2023 - Awarded with gold medal at the “NYIOOC – World Olive Oil Competition” in New York
- 2023 - Awarded with gold medal at the “JOOP – Japan Olive Oil Prize” in Tokyo
- 2023 - Nominated among Italy's best extra virgin olive oils "Slow Food" guide, Italy
- 2023 - First plance in the "OneMorePack" competition for creativity, packaging and design, Italy
- 2022 - Awarded with gold medal at the “NYIOOC – World Olive Oil Competition” in New York
- 2022 - Awarded with gold medal at the “JOOP – Japan Olive Oil Prize” in Tokyo
- 2022 - Nominated among Italy's best extra virgin olive oils "Gambero Rosso" guide, Italy
- 2022 - Nominated among Italy's best extra virgin olive oils "Slow Food" guide, Italy
- 2021 - Awarded with gold medal at the “Berlin GOOA Quality Award” in Berlin
- 2021 - Awarded with 3 stars at the “Berlin GOOA Packaging & Design Award” in Berlin
- 2021 - Awarded with gold medal at the “JOOP – Japan Olive Oil Prize” in Tokyo
- 2021 - Awarded with gold medal at the “Olive Japan” in Tokyo
- 2021 - Awarded with silver medal at the “Oil China” in Pechino
- 2021 - Awarded with silver medal at the “London IOOC” in London
- 2021 - Nominated as Italy's best extra virgin olive oil at the “Luxury Lifestyle Award” in New York
- 2021 - Nominated among Italy's best extra virgin olive oils "Gambero Rosso" guide, Italy
- 2021 - Nominated among Italy's best extra virgin olive oils "Slow Food" guide, Italy
- 2021 - Nominated among Italy's best extra virgin olive oils "Lodo – Milano IOOC" guide, Italy
- 2020 - Nominated among Italy's best extra virgin olive oils "Gambero Rosso" guide, Italy
- 2020 - Nominated among Italy's best extra virgin olive oils "Slow Food" guide, Italy
- 2019 - Nominated among Italy's best extra virgin olive oils "Gambero Rosso" guide, Italy
- 2019 - Nominated among Italy's best extra virgin olive oils "Slow Food" guide, Italy
- 2018 - Nominated among Italy's best extra virgin olive oils "Gambero Rosso" guide, Italy
- 2016 - Nominated among Italy's best extra virgin olive oils "Slow Food" guide, Italy
- 2015 - Finalist in the national competition “Ercole Olivario”, Italy
- 2014 - Finalist in the national competition “Ercole Olivario”, Italy
- 2013 - Finalist in the national competition “Ercole Olivario”, Italy
- 2012 - Finalist in the national competition “Ercole Olivario”, Italy
- 2011 - First place in the “Olivarum” competition in the Basilicata region, Italy
- 2010 - Nominated among Italy's best extra virgin olive oils "Slow Food" guide, Italy
- 2009 - Nominated among Italy's best extra virgin olive oils "Slow Food" guide, Italy
- 2008 - Nominated among Italy's best extra virgin olive oils "Slow Food" guide, Italy
- 2008 - Finalist in the national competition “Ercole Olivario”, Italy
- 2008 - First place in the “Olivarum” competition in the Basilicata region, Italy
- 2007 - Finalist in the national competition “Ercole Olivario”, Italy
- 2007 - Third place in the “Olivarum” competition in the Basilicata region, Italy
- 2006 - Finalist in the national competition “Ercole Olivario”, Italy
- 2005 - Second place in the “Olivarum” competition in the Basilicata region, Italy
- 2005 - Nominated among Italy's best extra virgin olive oils "Slow Food" guide, Italy
- 2004 - Winner of the “Gran Menzione” for the light fruity extra virgin olive oil during the 3rd international Sol D’oro competition, Italy
- 2004 - First place in the “Olivarum” competition in the Basilicata region, Italy
- 2004 - Winner of the “Gran Menzione” for the light fruity extra virgin olive oil at the 1st international Sol D’oro competition, Italy
- 2004 - Awarded as the best Italian extra virgin olive oil in the French gastronomy at “the Salon Saveurs” in Paris at the Espace Champerret
