Frescobaldi Laudemio Grand Cru Extra Virgin Olive Oil – Raccolto 2025

Tasting Notes of the Curator

Laudemio Grand Cru Raccolto 2025 is a striking expression of early-harvest Tuscan olive oil at its most vibrant and precise. Intensely green and luminous in both color and character, this year’s harvest opens with aromas of freshly picked olives, cut grass, olive leaf, and wild arugula, layered with delicate hints of green apple, sorrel, and artichoke. The freshness feels almost alive — evocative of crushed herbs and the Tuscan countryside immediately after harvest.

On the palate, the oil is structured yet refined, revealing signature notes of green almond, leafy greens, and artichoke with a remarkable interplay between bitterness and spice. A fluid, polished texture carries the oil elegantly across the tongue before evolving into a long, peppery finish marked by black pepper warmth and persistent herbal complexity. Despite its intensity, the balance remains exceptional, allowing the oil’s freshness and purity to shine without aggression.

The 2025 harvest stands apart for its clarity, precision, and notable elegance — a classic Tuscan profile delivered with extraordinary harmony. Each bottle reflects not merely a harvest, but a fleeting agricultural moment captured at its aromatic peak.

Pairings and Suggestions

Pure Tasting: Drizzle generously over warm crusty bread to experience the oil’s vivid grassy freshness and peppery finish in its purest form. Vegetable Dishes: Exceptional over grilled asparagus, roasted zucchini, artichokes, or heirloom tomatoes where its green bitterness enhances vegetal sweetness. Seafood & Meat: Use as a finishing oil over grilled seafood, steak, lamb, or carpaccio to add aromatic lift and depth. Italian Simplicity: Pair with burrata, Tuscan bean soup, or ancient grain pasta for a classic Tuscan table experience. Final Flourish: A few drops over risotto, stracciatella, or even vanilla gelato reveal the oil’s refined complexity and persistence.

The Heritage of Laudemio

“Laudemio” comes from a medieval term referring to the finest part of the harvest reserved for the feudal lord—a fitting name for this extraordinary oil. For generations, the Frescobaldi family has cultivated olives on their estates across Tuscany, uniting centuries of tradition with a pursuit of excellence. The Grand Cru Raccolto represents the highest expression of this heritage: a limited edition crafted only from the best parcels, where altitude, soil, and meticulous care converge. The olives are hand-picked at their aromatic peak and milled within hours, preserving their unmatched freshness and nutritional potency. Bottled in its iconic emerald glass to protect against light, Laudemio Grand Cru is not merely an ingredient—it is the story of Tuscany distilled into liquid artistry.

The Prestige of the 2025 Harvest

The 2025 release of Laudemio Grand Cru Raccolto further solidifies its reputation as one of Italy’s benchmark extra virgin olive oils. Produced from carefully selected Tuscan parcels and harvested at peak aromatic freshness, this vintage has received international acclaim for its balance, purity, and expressive green character.

Among its most notable recognitions, the 2025 oil received the prestigious Bibenda 2026 “Olio Eccellente d’Italia – Cinque Gocce”, one of Italy’s highest honors for olive oil excellence. Internationally, it was also awarded Gold at the NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition, regarded as one of the world’s most influential olive oil competitions, as well as Gold at the Japan Olive Oil Prize (JOOP).

These distinctions affirm what Laudemio has represented for decades: a philosophy where freshness, terroir, meticulous harvesting, and precision milling converge into a singular expression of Tuscan excellence. Bottled in its iconic emerald green glass to protect its delicate aromatic compounds, Laudemio Grand Cru Raccolto remains not only a pantry essential for serious food lovers, but also one of the clearest expressions of how extraordinary olive oil can truly be.

Storage Instructions

Store in a cool, dark place, away from heat and direct sunlight. Keep tightly sealed after opening to preserve its freshness and aroma. Best consumed within 12 months of harvest.