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MLVN Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Our story started quite by chance. But nothing about our olive oil is by chance. At first, we fell in love with this area, Veli Mlun and its surroundings, without any excessive plans we bought our first olive grove in 2015. Our only plan was, as in everything else, to do what we do passionately, to do what makes us happy and to pass that joy on to others. We have never planned to create a large production of olive oil.
Our plan was and remains to create something special and of high quality, and to enjoy the process of creation. We hope you will enjoy with us.
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Istria county, Croatia Olives
Veli Mlun is a small village in Istria located on a hill under which the Mirna River stretches in all its beauty. The wonderful oasis of green and winding river in the lowlands does not allow travellers to look up at the surrounding hills, but when they do so and climb up the hill to Veli Mlun, they discover landscape that leaves them breathless. And still, after so many years, it leaves us breathless every day. Small glades covered with olive groves and vineyards are a sign that there is a lot of life in this seemingly sleepy place.
With the height of the highest point of Veli Mlun at 225 m above sea level, this is a truly unique area and one of the northernmost and highest points in Istria where olive trees flourish. This, in combination with the specific soil, constant care of olives, cultivation and maintenance of olive groves in accordance with the highest standards, makes our oils of high quality and special, the proof of which are numerous awards and recognitions acquired at famous national and international competitions
Product palette
MLVN Črnica
Extra virgin olive oil
The old Istrian native olive variety from the northern Istria. The tree is strong and vigorous. Fruit is medium to large, on a long stem. It is resistant to common pests and diseases. The oil is thick and flavorful, with rounded fruity and elegant aromas on the nose, fresh, green, notes of green walnut leaves, with a pronounced pleasant and lasting bitterness and spiciness. Recommended pairings: with hard cheeses, cold fish appetizers, cod, and with delicate fish pâtés
MLVN Istarska bjelica
Extra virgin olive oil
The most resistant native Istrian olive variety, spread throughout the entire Istria and Kvarner region. This variety yields distinctive oil with a fresh scent of green olives. On the nose, the oil is fresh, with the scent of green olives intertwining with the aroma of tomato leaves picked in your grandmother's garden, and finally, a pleasant aroma of dried herbs. In the mouth, there's a sweet taste of yellow banana, an aftertaste of pleasantly pronounced bitterness, and a nicely rounded spiciness. Recommended pairings: with chocolate desserts or with fresh wild asparagus risotto
MLVN Leccino
Extra virgin olive oil
A Tuscan olive variety, but very common in Istria and around the world due to its exceptional adaptability to various agroecological conditions. During the summer months, it easily withstands drought, and in winter, it tolerates low temperatures down to -10°C without significant damage. The oil has a fresh scent, with an irresistible aroma of freshly mowed grass, pronounced rounded fruitiness, and the scent of green apples. It has mild bitterness and pleasantly pronounced spiciness. In the mouth, there's a taste of green banana accompanied by a pleasantly lasting "aftertaste." Recommended pairings: with grilled Adriatic squid and bluefish
MLVN Blend
Istarska Bjelica, Leccino and Karbonaca
The blend of three olive varieties very common in Istria – Bjelica and Karbonaca, native Istrian varieties, and the widely spread Tuscan Leccino. Bjelica is recognizable by its fresh scent of green olive fruit, Karbonaca produces moderately intense olive oil with a pleasantly rounded aroma of green herbs, and Leccino also has a fruity and elegant scent with a pleasant bitterness and spiciness. The oil has a fresh, green, and elegant aroma on the nose, with a pleasantly pronounced fruitiness of yellow apple. In the mouth, there's pronounced bitterness and spiciness accompanied by the taste of yellow apple and a lingering taste of yellow banana. These three olive varieties create the perfect combination in this blend. Recommended pairings: with various grilled fish dishes and, of course, with a "medium" cooked steak
PRIZES
Proven quality
Our olive oil has received numerous prestigious awards, celebrating its exceptional quality and taste. We're proud to share that our oil has been recognized by experts in the field, winning accolades from renowned olive oil competitions and festivals. These honours reflect our commitment to producing top-quality extra virgin olive oil that stands out for its excellence. Discover the award-winning flavour and experience the difference with our exceptional olive oil.
- OLIVE FEST in Zagreb, Croatia
- 2017: silver medal for monovarietal oil
- 2018: festival champion for Istarska črnica, gold medal for mixed varieties, Istarska črnica and Leccino
- 2019: gold medal for Istarska črnica, mixed varieties and Istarska bjelica
- OLEUM OLIVARUM
- 2018: 2 gold medals and one silver medal
- FLOS OLEI
- 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 for Črnica
WHERE TO BUY
our quality extra virgin olive oils
You can find our premium extra virgin olive oils in selected stores near you. Look for our products in well-established gourmet food shops, specialty olive oil stores, and online. To ensure you're getting the authentic taste of our oils, always choose reputable retailers. Enjoy the exquisite flavour and quality of our olive oils in your favourite local store today!
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Everything starts with the good taste and the passion for the Croatian family generations.
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