Taurenne Castle
From the heart of our terroir, for the alchemists of good taste in the four corners of the world.
Tempus Fugit, Opera Manent , the story of L'Or de Taurenne
In the 11th century, the Knights Templar founded the Château de Taurenne and planted the first olive trees on its sun-drenched slopes. These warrior-monks believed in the power of transformation—in life, in the soul, and in action. Like alchemists, they extracted liquid gold from their sacred olive trees, born of the Provençal terroir.
Their motto was: Tempus fugit, opera manent — time flies, but the work remains. An invitation to create, to leave a trace — for true immortality lies in creation. Even today, this spirit is conveyed in every drop of L'Or de Taurenne: pure, patient, rooted in the earth.
The golden range, from the heart of the earth, for the alchemists of good taste throughout the world.
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Premium quality olive oil
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Discover our products
Premium quality olive oil
An olive oil that reflects the soul of our region
At Château de Taurenne, our olive selection reflects our commitment to the land, quality, and respect for nature. Grown organically and hand-picked on the estate's historic terraces, our olives come from local varieties perfectly suited to our soil and climate. Through precise harvesting and rapid extraction, we obtain an extra virgin olive oil that is natural, authentic, and rich in aromas.
symbol of patience, purity &
of eternity
L’Or de Taurenne – AOP Provence Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Four varieties of olives
A refined blend of four olive varieties: Bouteillan, Aglandau, Frantoïo, and Petit Ribier. Its golden color with green highlights precedes complex aromas of green tomato, banana, tart apple, and floral notes. On the palate, a beautiful harmony of sweetness, basil, walnut, delicate bitterness, and a peppery finish.
Ideal with: steamed angousines, sea bass carpaccio, fish couscous.
Monovarietal Oils
A unique personality
Château de Taurenne also offers oils made from a single variety, each expressing a unique personality:
- Bouteillan : Originating from the Var region, this oil offers notes of fresh hay, green tomato, artichoke leaf, sorrel, green banana, and apple. Slightly bitter and very aromatic.
Perfect with : a tomato-mozzarella salad or grilled fish. - Frantoio: Tuscan variety with a fruity and spicy character, with a pronounced finish.
Ideal for: lovers of powerful oils. - Aglandau: An emblematic variety of Provence, which gives a crisp, peppery and persistent oil.
Perfect for: those who like oils with character.
Lemon- Infused Olive Oil
A fresh and aromatic touch
A subtly lemon-infused oil that adds a fresh and aromatic touch to your dishes.
Delicious with: salads, grilled fish, steamed vegetables.
Old-Fashioned Taste – Dark Fruity
Old-Fashioned Taste – Dark Fruity
A traditional oil obtained through controlled storage of the olives before extraction. This results in a mild, almost candied oil with a deep flavor and aromas of undergrowth.
Ideal with : rustic bread, mature cheeses, or authentic Provençal cuisine.
The Grand Lady The Jewel of Gold
Produced in very small quantities
A rare and precious olive oil whose exact recipe remains a closely guarded secret. Produced in very small quantities, La Grande Dame embodies the absolute excellence of the estate. Its aroma is profound, its flavor both subtle and majestic – an exceptional oil, dedicated to the most discerning palates. Praised by top chefs, it elevates the most refined creations.
Use with reverence: on a langoustine carpaccio, a truffle risotto or a still warm burrata.
Ecological Autonomy
At Château de Taurenne, sustainability isn't a trend—it's a deep-rooted conviction. Far more than a producer of exceptional olive oil, the estate functions as a living, self-sufficient, and off-grid ecosystem. Water comes exclusively from natural wells. Energy is generated on-site using a biomass power plant. Agriculture is entirely organic—without chemical inputs or synthetic pesticides. Even the press residues are converted into renewable energy.
This closed-loop operation makes Taurenne a rare model in France: a historic estate of this size, entirely self-sufficient and ecologically exemplary.
Here, nothing is lost. Everything has meaning.
