The search for appropriate land for a quality olive grove commenced in 2001 going as far north as Laura, south to McLaren Vale and into the Barossa Valley. Wine country fits well with growing olives and featured highly in the search.

IMPORTANT MILE STONES:

2003 - In April purchased the 20 acre block on Leasingham Road Watervale, overlooking Annie's Lane's vineyards and opposite Reilly's Winery.

2004 - In August secured irrigation water.

2004 - 2008 - Planted 2000 Australian native trees on the property.

2005 - From April to June a grove of 5000 FS17 olive trees planted.

2008 - On May 10th completed our first harvest.   Hand harvested one tonne which produced 250 litres of excellent Extra Virgin Olive Oil. This oil was enjoyed by  friends, family and locals. Everyone recognised the exceptional quality of the oil.

2009 - On April 3   'Warrick Grove'   became certified signatories to the Australian Olive Association's 'Code of Practice'.

2009 - On May 4th completed the first commercial harvest of 12.5 tonnes, picked early, which produced 2,500 Litres of exceptioal quality Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Had our oil tested at Department of Primay Industry at Wagga Wagg NSW in compliance with the Olive Industry Code of Practice. Our oil is now certified as Australian Extra Virgin.

2009 - On July 5th opened the Cellar Door at 'Warrick Grove'.

2010 - Commenced sales through Romeo's Foodlands in South Australia (check 'Our Outlets' for locations)

2010 - On May 17th completed harvest with olives transported to Bovolina at Penfield Gardens for pressing. Again completed testing at Wagga Wagga with excellent results.

2010 - In July commenced sales in Victoria through Provincial Gourmet Food and Gifts at Westfield, Doncaster.