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Sonoma ARTIST & WINEMAKER FINDS PEACE AT FAMILY RANCH ALONG RUSSIAN RIVER
2024
At Sonoma county's Single thread INN. expect farm-to-table luxury & a car
2024
Climb into your Audi e-tron and drive about 30 miles to Petaluma, California, where you’ll find the sprawling McEvoy Ranch—a 550-acre working farm owned by one of the most prominent families in San Francisco history. Nan McEvoy, whose kin were the founders of the S.F. Chronicle newspaper, bought the land in 1990, then had a thousand olive tree seedlings shipped from Italy.
Experiencing the Depth of SingleThread with Audi
2024
SingleThread Inn sits just steps from the historic central square of Healdsburg in this small, walkable town. Enabled by their partnership with Audi, guests can explore local wineries, a tour of Hog Island Oyster farm, olive oil tasting at McEvoy Ranch and hikes in the Redwoods among the growing list of experiences designed to further connect visitors to this destination.
FOUR DELICIOUS WINES WITH MARIN TIES
2024
McEvoy Ranch, Angelica - Not only is this wine Marin County cabernet sauvignon, but it is also a dessert wine to boot. Angelicas are often made from muscat and/or mission grapes (and Novato’s Pacheco Ranch does have one mission grape vine) but this wine is unusually 100% cabernet. Surprisingly orangey pink, the vanillin fresh grape flavor leans towards ratafia, and away from other late-harvest styles. Eighteen months in the barrel, and fortification with grape brandy, makes this Angelica the most unique wine of the bunch, both in flavor and in style. It’s truly a statement wine.
Picturesque Petaluma
2024
Pinot noir is the predominant varietal grown here, with three-quarters of its crops devoted to this finicky grape. The rest is split between chardonnay and syrah. With tasting rooms like Brooks Note and Adobe Road downtown, plus Keller Estate and McEvoy Ranch offering tours and tastings nearby, you’ll have plenty of options to sip and swish.
Shelf Life: Amy Tan
2024
Welcome to Shelf Life, ELLE.com’s books column, in which authors share their most memorable reads. Whether you’re on the hunt for a book to console you, move you profoundly, or make you laugh, consider a recommendation from the writers in our series, who, like you (since you’re here), love books. Perhaps one of their favorite titles will become one of yours, too.
ODE BODY OIL IN VERDE NAMED MOST TRANSPORTING SCENT by OpRah DaIly
2024
Oprah Daily has named McEvoy Ranch ODE Body Oil in Verde as the Most Transporting Scent in the 2024 Oprah Daily Bath O-wards! "One inhale, and I swear I'm outside in some lovely, life-affirming destination, like a farmer's market or, better yet, Tuscany. It smells of fresh grass, basil, and tomatoes - it's just delicious." - Oprah Daily
Taste liquid gold
2024
“Driving west from Petaluma toward the pacific, rolling green hillsides sparkle and sightings of cows are everywhere. McEvoy Ranch, just a few miles outside town off Red Hill Road, is a place to be enveloped in nature and the bounty of locally grown products. Arriving at the ranch, a cheery sign along the winding driveway reminds you to take it slow. It’s good advice; the scenery here should be enjoyed."
Campaign Aims to Curb Misuse of 'Regenerative' in Agriculture
2024
“We are quite aware that there is a significant and growing market for organic olive oil within the United States, and we are eager to see more organic olive orchards planted in California to meet this demand,” said Samantha Dorsey, the president of McEvoy Ranch."
A PinoneerS PIECE OF PARIDISE
2024
"Our next farm is only 35 minutes north of the Golden Gate Bridge, nestled among rolling hills west of picturesque rive town of Petaluma."
California Cheese Trail is the ultimate road trip for foodies
2024
"We stop at McEvoy Ranch. Located in a small side valley it has 14,000 olive trees with soft blue-grey leaves, three ponds, intriguing art, a patio for savouring the view and a relaxed vibe. Because it lacked local oak and butteriness, their Blue Sky Chardonnay seemed more French than Californian, but it paired well with our Bohemian Creamery Holy Moley."
Experts Offer Pest-Control Tips for California's Hobby Growers
2023
"McEvoy Ranch, one of California’s largest producers, demonstrated that a few doses of a nitrogen-heavy fertilizer, such as fish emulsion, may help resolve the issue."
Four ESCAPES WHERE THE OLIVE TRESS GROW
2023
"This being northern California, much homage is paid to early-harvest product, and the anti-oxidant/anti-ageing properties the oils possess. They also divert quite a way from the old-world playbook, with ginger-, chai spice-, and (oh dear) jalapeno-fused blends."
Liquid Gold: How Olive Oil Helps Promote Healthy And Glowing Skin
2023
"Back in 2014, McEvoy Ranch’s founder Nan McEvoy, the former heiress of the San Francisco Chronicle, created a beauty balm after learning her farm team’s hands were in desperate need of repair after working long hours in the family olive orchard. Today, the body balm, remains the brand’s top-selling product and contains 78% organic extra virgin olive oil."
These Are the Best Holiday Gifts to Buy This Year, According to our Editors
2023
"A beautifully packaged olive oil is a can’t fail holiday or hostess gift. This award-winning olive oil from Sonoma-based McEvoy Ranch is made from a blend of Moraiolo and Coratina olive varieties which gives it distinct herbaceous, peppery, dandelion notes. Use it to put the finishing touch to meats, soups, salads, and stews. "
PREMIUM EXTRA-VIRGIN OLIVE OIL
2023
"Should you spend a bit more and use premium extra-virgin olive oil in your kitchen? We tasted more than a dozen products to find out…"
THESE BEST TASTING EXPERIENCES IN THE WEST ARE THE ULTIMATE INDULGENCE
2023
"Every year the Sunset Travel Awards honor the best in travel in the West. This year we had over 600 entries across all categories (a record number!). Below are the 2023 winners of the What to Do: Best Tasting Experiences category…"
How Air Pollution Affects Olive Oil Quality in California
2023
“From an air quality standpoint, olive trees and olive farming create far less air pollution than farming the annual crops that are replanted and tilled up every year to go into refined seed oils,” Samantha Dorsey, president of McEvoy Ranch, told Olive Oil Times. “Because olive trees are permanent crops, they are significant carbon sinks as well.”
OLIVE Community Milling in California: Small Growers Encouraged to Reserve Early
2023
"It is a day to celebrate the fall harvest and to bring all our small, local growers together to create a truly unique and delicious community blend of Olio Nuovo." - Samantha Dorsey, President
swim trunks, olive oil, and eye masks we love
2023
I have become a sort of collector of all things olive oil. It started after I tasted my first garden-lettuce salad at Chez Panisse. I was so enamored of the flavors in the vinaigrette that I asked our waiter to bring out the olive oil so I could replicate this simple treasure at home...
Popular Store Hello Penngrove Expands with Hello Sonoma
2023
Stepping into the brand-new Hello Sonoma location on Broadway is a colorful experience. The bright room is filled with natural light and all the fun items imaginable...
petaluma - pure americana
2023
Fifty years after George Lucas and Francis Ford Coppola directed and produced American Graffiti in Petaluma, the picturesque town still triggers a wave of nostalgia inspired by the movie's soundtrack of rock and roll originals. In fact, the city has some of the nation's best examples of iron-front architecture, and the entire downtown is listed on the National Register of Historic Places...
california olive oil pioneer mcevoy ranch continues to innovate with new flavors
2023
Breaking barriers and setting standards was a way of life for Nan McEvoy. The granddaughter of Michael De Young, who founded the San Francisco Chronicle in 1865, the newspaper heiress could have taken the easy path as a young woman.
Late Winter Rains, Heavy Blooms Herald a Promising Season in California
2023
"Overall, the upcoming olive crop in California looks quite promising," Samantha Dorsey, the president of McEvoy Ranch, told Olive Oil Times. " At McEvoy Ranch, the bloom is heavy, and the trees are in very good condition to produce another great harvest this year."
TOP 10 THINGS TO DO IN PETALUMA
2023
You may have the hotel booked, but have you mapped out your itinerary for your visit to Petaluma yet? Petaluma is one of the largest cities in Sonoma County, offering a wide range of fun things to do, see, and drink...
FARMERS AND CONSUMERS REACT TO RISING OLIVE OIL PRICES
2023
According to commodity pricing data from the International Monetary Fund, global olive oil export prices hit a record high at the end of April...
OLIVE OIL HEALTH BENEFITS FOR DOGS
2023
The Mediterranean diet not only benefits human health, but it also offers a wide range of advantages for dogs, too. Olive oil is the primary source of fat in the Mediterranean diet, which is associated with benefits for cardiovascular health. Unsurprisingly, it is natural for caring pet owners to want to share the remarkable health benefits of olive oil with their dogs...
A FROSÉ BY ANY OTHER NAME SHOULD STILL BE SLIGHTLY SWEET
2023
The summer of our content is finally here. Well, almost if you’re worried about technicalities (the first official day of summer is June 21). There’re no required masks, there’s no indoor spacing and no need for vaccination cards...
NO RAIN IN SPAIN: SEVERE DROUGHT'S TOLL ON YOUR OLIVE OIL
2023
The winter’s rain left McEvoy Ranch orchards in Petaluma, Calif. “very moist and lush,” said President Samantha Dorsey in an email. The family-owned ranch in the northern part of the state is hoping for a promising crop this year, but they are still waiting for their trees to reach full bloom...
THE NEW SAVORY "DESSERT FINISHER" I'LL BE REACHING FOR ALL SUMMER LONG
2023
The first time I tasted olive oil in a dessert, I was so confused and delighted all at the same time that I couldn't stop going in for another bite...
TIME IN A BOTTLE: THE LEGACY AND FUTURE OF McEVOY
2023
McEvoy Ranch has a well earned reputation as a producer of some of the finest olive oils this side of the Adriatic Sea. Now the company is about to supplement that esteemed tradition with a new line of products that brings their refined sense of olive oil from the rarified into everyday use...
8 FANTASTIC SONOMA WINERY TOURS
2023
McEvoy Ranch, which started as an olive oil farm and is now one of the leaders in Certified Organic, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, expanded to add wine to its portfolio in 2010. The dog-friendly private and group ranch tours allow you to learn about (and taste) both during a walk through the olive orchards and vineyards.
CALIFORNIA EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL COMPETITION AWARDS
2023
A number of our olive oils won awards at the 2023 California Extra Virgin Olive Oil Competition. Our 2022 Harvest Ginger Turmeric Olive Oil was awarded a gold medal and the Best of Class award, while our 2022 Harvest Basil Olive Oil was awarded a gold medal as well.
Weekend in Petaluma: Fresh restaurants + a wicked hot tiki bar meet California history
2023
McEvoy Ranch is a beautiful coastal foothill estate producing olive oil and wine. They offer tastings of both out on their broad patio or in private cabanas built on the shore of Morelli Pond. When you make a reservation, upgrade your flight with seasonal lunch offerings like tri-tip wraps, grilled lemon rosemary chicken farro bowls, or a cheese and charcuterie plate. Pop into their shop on the way out to snag a few tubs of the farm’s olive oil-based beauty line, Ode.
5 REASONS OLIVE OIL IS THIS SEASON'S MUST-HAVE FOR GIFTING & SELF-CARE
2022
Beloved by ancient cultures and modern people alike, olive oil has been called “liquid gold” and “the great healer” by some of the world’s most revered thinkers. It has stood the test of time as one of the most sought-after ingredients and treatments for a variety of ailments and concerns. With these credentials, it’s no wonder that olive oil should be a valued part of your daily routine.
GOLD AWARD WINNER AT NYIOOC WORLD OLIVE OIL COMPETITION
2022
Our estate-grown extra virgin olive oils result from mindful and passionate dedication to excellence, from orchard to bottle. Everything is done entirely on the ranch – growing the olives, harvesting, milling, blending and bottling. McEvoy's estate-produced oils are certified organic by California Certified Organic Farmers (CCOF).
GOLD AWARD WINNER AT CALIFORNIA STATE FAIR, - CALIFORNIA EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL COMPETITION
2022
This year, our Limited Edition is comprised of ripe-olive notes from the Coratina and Frantoio varietals. With grassy aromas of tomato leaf and artichoke and flavors of radicchio with a hint of green apple. This oil is complex, herbaceous, and exceptionally fresh. The perfect finishing oil for a charcuterie board, seared salmon or to drizzle over warm goat cheese or creamy sheep’s milk cheese.
DEMAND IS STRONG, BUT NORTH BAY MANUFACTURERS STILL WRESTLE WITH HIRING, SUPPLY LINES
October 2022
Dorsey explains McEvoy Ranch focuses on employee loyalty to ward off hiring issues, by “treating employees with respect and giving them a path for growth.” This includes paying a living a wage and benefits.
IS CLIMATE CHANGE COMING FOR YOUR BELOVED OLIVE OIL NEXT?
October 2022
A world without olive oil seems impossible, or at the very least, much less delicious. But as climate change renders warmer growing seasons and more extreme droughts, affecting grocery store staples, we begin to rethink our agricultural ways. It all begs the question: Is olive oil truly sustainable?
What Climate Change Means for the Future of Olive Oil
AUGUST 2022
Samantha Dorsey, the president at McEvoy Ranch, an organic farm that’s grown olives in Petaluma, Calif. for 30 years, says it’s becoming harder and harder as rain becomes more scarce.
Best Time to Visit Wine Country
AUGUST 2022
As a result, Ms. Dorsey and the team at McEvoy have hedged their bet by investing in their halo product: olive oil. Olive trees excel at growing in dry, arid climates. They need little water to survive and can even thrive in desert-like environments and Ms. Dorsey is very optimistic about the future of olive growing in California.
Petaluma Visitor MagazINe 2022
JULY 2022
Growing For Good. For more than three decades McEvoy Ranch has been making award-winning, estate-produced Extra Virgin olive oils, small-lot wines, culinary items, and olive oil skincare of the highest quality.
OLIVE OIL SPAT SHOWS BATTLE OVER LABELING
JUNE 2022
Company president Samantha Dorsey said the truth-in-labeling issue was crucial, especially given the higher cost of doing business in California such as its stricter environmental regulations. "It devalues the name of California, and the brand of California when products are labeled as California but are imports."
BEST DAY EVER IN PETALUMA
MAY 2022
The recommendations in this itinerary are clustered in Petaluma’s walkable downtown, but a short car ride will enable you to experience this city’s unique agricultural diversity. Consider visiting one of the region’s wineries, tasting olive oil at McEvoy Ranch...
PARTNER SPOTLIGHT: DISCOVER THE FINEST OLIVE OIL AT McEVOY RANCH
APRIL 2022
What Le Creuset and McEvoy Ranch share is more than just a commitment to the highest level of craftsmanship, although the pursuit of quality is foundational to both companies’ heritage. Both Le Creuset and McEvoy Ranch create products that enhance the joy of cooking and eating, products that will elevate your experience in the kitchen and around the table.
WHAT THE "CALIFORNIA" LABEL ON YOUR OLIVE OIL MEANS
April 2022
Today, you can find California olive oil in stores across the country. The product is highly sought out by connoisseurs for its pungency and pepperiness. But what does it mean when you see “California” on the label of a bottle of olive oil?
TASTING AND USING OLIVE OIL
MARCH 2022
To help us understand the complexities and nuances of one of our favorite ingredients, we consulted with Samantha Dorsey, President of McEvoy Ranch – a leading organic olive oil farm in California and one of our partners for the launch of Olive. We sat down with her to chat about best practices for tasting and using olive oil in the kitchen and for cooking.
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5 OF THE BEST FOODS FOR THE ENVIRONMENT, ACCORDING TO FARMERS
DECEMBER 2021
Olives may be polarizing in taste, but there's one thing all farmers agree upon: They're wonderfully sustainable. Samantha Dorsey, president of McEvoy Ranch, claims that the shelf-stable export is a California gem for a variety of reasons.
DANCE ON THE RANCH
NOVEMBER 2021
A half-century of exquisite modernist movement was celebrated by ODC/ Dance on September 26 amid the rolling, bucolic hills at McEvoy Ranch in Petaluma. Framed by the ranch’s bountiful — and award-winning — olive trees and vineyards, this beloved modern dance troupe, founded by Artistic Director Brenda Way, ushered in a new era amid its Fall for Art fundraiser.
OLIVE THE STORY
NOVEMBER 2021
We hear about the intricacies of making olive oil and discuss the historic legacy of olive trees. We also get to hear the intriguing story of the woman of who started the ranch.
McEvoy Ranch: Olive Oil in Harmony with Nature
July 2021
A pioneer of the California olive oil scene, McEvoy Ranch holds respect for people and the environment at its heart while making innovative quality products.
Legend & Leaders
July 2021
"Deeply committed to sustainable and organic practices, Dorsey not only conducts workshops on olive orchard management locally, but counsels farmers and growers in various aspects of sustainability in Arizona, California, Oregon, Mexico - and, as far away as New Zealand. She serves on the executive committee for the Olive Oil Commission of California and is a board member of the Petaluma Gap Winegrowers Alliance."
McEvoy Ranch: What Sustainability Means for Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil
August 2021
“Like Frog Hollow we’re a small family-owned business, we’re not owned by a major corporation. We’re not beholden to stockholders or any other conglomerate,” says Samantha. “It allows us to stay really true to the core values of our business: excellence, authenticity, sustainability, beauty, and relationships."
Agritourism gains ground in Napa, Marin, Sonoma counties
July 2021
Nestled in the Petaluma Gap on the border of Sonoma and Marin counties, the roots of the McEvoy Ranch stem from Nan Tucker McEvoy’s love of Italian culture.
What’s New in Marin
June 2021
Bringing much-needed tranquility to everyday life, Petaluma’s McEvoy Ranch launched a line of premium CBD products inspired by their 550-acre ranch. Among other products, Calm and Clarity CBD tinctures include 1000 mg of beneficial cannabinoids and naturally occurring terpenes while Calm Pet includes 500 mg cannabinoids designed for our furry friends.
2020H Limited Edition Extra Virgin Wins Gold Medal At The Olive Oil NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition
May 2021
Our estate-grown extra virgin olive oils result from mindful and passionate dedication to excellence, from orchard to bottle. Everything is done entirely on the ranch – growing the olives, harvesting, milling, blending and bottling. McEvoy's estate-produced oils are certified organic by California Certified Organic Farmers (CCOF).
California Wine Country women entrepreneurs pursue premium olive oil ventures
April 2021
“Nan was never afraid, and always respected. She was a pioneer in the olive oil business. She loved Tuscan olive oil. She was incredible, and I always looked up to her and enjoyed learning from her,” Dorsey said.Dorsey is witnessing more women going into the olive oil business first-hand. Over half of her staff consists of women.
Calm down with fresh CBD products from McEvoy Ranch.
winter 2021
No one loves new stuff from Bay Area makers more than we do. Indeed, cartwheels were turned when we learned of the Ode Oasis launch. They're from Petaluma's McEvoy Ranch, a ginormous working organic ranch that produces award-winning olive oils, small-lot wines, and yummy olive-oil-based skincare products. The new crew of wellness products—made with premium full-spectrum CBD—is designed to bring tranquility and focus to everyday living.
McEvoy Ranch turns to CBD products
winter 2021
"...their new Ode Oasis CDB products are infused with 100 percent organic olive oil and botanicals and are “certified by the Leaping Bunny organization,” which apparently certifies “cruelty free” products. The oasis word in the name refers to how the current generation of managers feel the ranch appears to visitors."
McEvoy Ranch Launches CBD-Based ODE Oasis
winter 2021
Joining the CBD revolution, McEvoy Ranch, the award-winning maker of estate olive oils, small lot wines, and natural beauty products, has launched a new line of premium CBD items that promote a healthy balanced lifestyle for both humans and pets.
Self Care Rooted in Marin: Inspired by Tuscany, cultivated in the rolling hills of Marin County
winter 2021
After retiring from a barrier-breaking career in journalism, Nan McEvoy followed her passion for Tuscan olive oils to found McEvoy Ranch at age 72. She went on to produce some of the nation's most sought after extra-virgin olive oils. In fact, before her passing at age 95, Nan built a highly successful farm-based business and was named Food Artisan of the Year by Bon Appetit."
McEvoy Ranch launches ODE Oasis, a new line of premium CBD products that promote a healthy balanced lifestyle for humans and pets
winter 2021
McEvoy Ranch launches ODE Oasis, a new line of premium CBD products that promote a healthy balanced lifestyle for humans and pets. Tinctures, skincare, and pet products feature estate-produced, organic, early harvest McEvoy Ranch Olive Oil.
AN ODE TO THE OLIVE
Spring 2010
"Reminiscent of a Tuscan hillside during harvest, McEvoy Ranch’s Olive Oil Candle offers a fragrant experience to relax the mind and body...."
These Are the Best Olive Oils for Your Health *and* the Environment
OCTOBER 2020
"McEvoy Ranch produces its own organic compost from production by-products to enrich its soils, as well as uses drip irrigation and solar energy. The award-winning olive oil is certified organic and has a few prominent flavors you may taste in the mix: raw artichoke, slight green almond, tropical fruit, and green olive."
DR. MARK HYMAN'S LIST OF "THE BEST SUSTAINABLE OLIVE OILS TO BUY"
SEPTEMBER 2020
"These olive oils are some of the brands that studies have found to be authentic and top quality."
Q&A with Byron Kosuge, Winemaker, McEvoy Ranch
November 2020
Our paths crossed when McEvoy was looking for a new place to make wine and, at the same time, a new winemaker. They moved into the facility where I am based, and as I was already there making other wines it seemed like an easy match. As we talked, it became clear that my winemaking style was well suited to the McEvoy ethos and so we decided to work together.
Quince on the Farm
October 2020
Michael and Lindsay Tusk have earned their three Michelin stars with help, in no small part, from two nearby farms bringing the best of California produce to their restaurant, Quince, on San Francisco’s Pacific Avenue. With the legendary kitchen closed due to Covid-19, it’s time for the diners to go to the source. For as long as the weather will allow, Quince is hosting casual (but still very fine) dining lunches at McEvoy Ranch.
MCEVOY RANCH WINS GOLD AT IOOC 2020
MAY 2020
Our certified organic EVOO is estate-grown and produced from the 2018 harvest of seven Italian olive varieties on our ranch. The blend is quite complex and beautifully balanced with intense olive fruitiness and flavors of raw artichoke and sweet green almond. There is a slightly herbaceous note that we find enticing with a distinct hint of cinnamon from the Leccino olive. The finish is smooth with a whisper of mild pepper.
WHICH OLIVE OIL IS BEST?
FEBRUARY 2020
OLIVE OIL IS A STAPLE on the Mediterranean diet.But which kind is best, and what do you need to know before buying? U.S. News teamed up with America's Test Kitchen to find out. In this video, chief creative officer Jack Bishop provides guidance on which olive oil is the most flavorful, what "cold pressed" means, how to interpret the harvest date and why it's important to look for dark bottles.
THE BEST CALIFORNIA OLIVE OIL PRODUCERS
SEPTEMBER 2019
Stop by McEvoy Ranch for a Petaluma olive oil tasting you’ll remember for years to come. Recognized by the OOCC and California Certified Organic Farmers, McEvoy Ranch stands out for its excellent attention to detail throughout the entire process—all the growing, harvesting, milling, blending, and bottling happen on the ranch. Plan your visit to see what makes this property and olive oil so special.
CLIMATE CHANGE IS COMING FOR YOUR WINE.
SEPTEMBER 2019
Ria D’Aversa, director of ranch operations at McEvoy Ranch, says climate change is “keeping us all on our toes.”
ORCHARD ALCHEMY ANTIOXIDANT FACE OIL FEATURED IN LUXURY TESTTUBE EXPERIENCE
SEPTEMBER 2019
“When formulating this oil, we incorporated a lesson we've learned in our orchard gardens at McEvoy Ranch: diversity builds health and resilience. Inspiring us to combine over 30 potent serum extracts and oils to create layers of treatment to nourish your skin year-round” –Ellen Roggeman, Green Product Developer
BREAKTHROUGH BRIEF: LUXURY MEETS ORGANIC
AUGUST 2019
Crafted by McEvoy Ranch, ODE's Olive CREAMBALM Intensive Moisturizer is packed with natural powerhouse ingredients like certified organic, extra virgin olive oil, luxurious olive fruit, brightening citrus oils, and hydrating squalene. An effective cream and balm in one, it leaves skin softer, brighter, and more radiant.
10 THINGS TO BUY IN NAPA AND SONOMA
JUNE 2019
By tradition that dates to antiquity, grapes and olives have been planted near each other, together supplying two staples of the southern European diet: wine and olive oil. Given that history and the Wine Country’s Mediterranean climate, it’s no surprise that 19th-century French, Italian, and other immigrants planted olive trees near vineyards here. As the Napa Valley and Sonoma County evolved into a culinary mecca, many wineries began growing and harvesting olives to produce high-quality extra-virgin olive oils.
THIS BODY BALM IS SO GOOD I’M COUNTING IT AS SELF CARE
APRIL 2019
Let’s Just Get to the Point: This light and silky, woods- and citrus-scented balm is like moisturizing with your own personal ball of sunshine. It’s 97 percent organic and made with over 80% extra virgin olive oil, squalene and refreshing botanicals for an invigorating lift.
THE NEW ORLEANS PELICANS GO WINE TASTING AT MCEVOY RANCH
JANUARY 2019
Nothing gets NBA players more stoked these days than an away game against the Golden State Warriors. But it's not just the glory of getting dominated in front of a hostile crowd—it's because the Warriors are where all the wine is. Last week, the New Orleans Pelicans became the latest team to detour through North Bay wine country on the way to Oracle Arena, with a visit to Petaluma's McEvoy Ranch for a tour and tasting of wine and olive oil. It would be “one of the best experiences on a road trip during my time in the NBA,” Pelicans coach Alvin Gentry told us.
OLIVE OIL TOURISM? AT CALIFORNIA RANCH, IT'S A SENSORY EXPERIENCE
DECEMBER 2018
Visitors can wander through olive groves, grape vines and kitchen gardens and see a working olive mill and a Chinese pagoda. McEvoy began planting grapes in 2006 and now produces wine from 10 acres.
FORGET THE BOOZE, BECAUSE YOUR HOST WANTS A NICE BOTTLE OF OLIVE OIL
DECEMBER 2018
This award-winning olive oil took home gold and silver medals this year, and it’s easy to see why upon first taste of the greenish-gold liquid. McEvoy Ranch’s Traditional Blend Olive Oil is made from seven different Italian olive varieties, all of which are grown on the company’s California estate. It’s certified organic, and everything — including harvesting, milling, blending, and bottling — is done on premises.
What’s it take to harvest olives at McEvoy Ranch?
NOVEMBER 2018
The Mushroom and Barley Casserole with Filo Crust recipe calls for "2/3 cup coarse-textured green-and- black-olive tapenade” noting “We like McEvoy Ranch Olive & Roasted Red Pepper Tapenade (mcevoyranch.com; $9/7oz)”.
We don't have enough organic farms. Why not?
NOVEMBER 2018
The ranch produces an olive oil blend of seven Italian varieties. Goats provide weed control, along with tractors and manual labor; olive pits and pulp are returned to the soil as mulch, along with a supplement of organic fertilizers, such as poultry feathers and manure. Only a portion of the ranch's 550 acres are cultivated, with 57 acres of olive trees and seven acres of vineyards; the rest is left in a natural state.
OLIVE & ROASTED RED PEPPER TAPENADE
NOVEMBER 2018
The Mushroom and Barley Casserole with Filo Crust recipe calls for "2/3 cup coarse-textured green-and- black-olive tapenade” noting “We like McEvoy Ranch Olive & Roasted Red Pepper Tapenade (mcevoyranch.com; $9/7oz)”.
Seasonal Specialties for the Holidays
NOVEMBER 2018
"Many olive oil producers on the North Coast, from McEvoy Ranch in Petaluma and The Olive Press in Sonoma to DaVero and Montemagiore in Healdsburg, sell their fresh-pressed olive oil as ‘olio nuovo’ for the first one or two months."
25 Best Things to Do in Petaluma, California
NOVEMBER 2018
"...enjoy a Table Tasting or Wine Bar Tasting while there. Walkabout Ranch Tours are popular, letting you explore gardens, vineyards, orchards, and the olive mill. There are also various workshops and events throughout the year."
Jrue Holiday may regret giving Nikola Mirotic a wine-based incentive this season
OCTOBER 2018
Jrue Holiday told Nikola Mirotic he'd buy him a bottle of wine every time he scores 30 points
Holiday settled on a 2014 vintage of McEvoy Ranch Montepulciano, which costs $35 a bottle from the winery in Marin County, California. The wine has a four-star rating from Vivino.com.
Favorite Drizzles
OCTOBER 2018
"California flows with vibrant extra virgin olive oils. Buy now, or look for the new crop in December.” Included in the four bottles Sunset loves - McEvoy Ranch Lemon Olive Oil. Olive Oil featured in their recipe for Stone Soup.
Is Olive Oil the Next Big Skin Care Trend?
SEPTEMBER 2018
Could skin care's best-kept secret have been sitting on the kitchen counter this whole time? Hair and skin oils have recently seen a rise in popularity among consumers and McEvoy Ranch—a U.S. producer certified organic extra virgin olive oil—is now meeting the demand with its ODE Skincare Collection.
Beauty Launches That NEED To Be On Your Radar This Month
JULY 2018
The company is cult for using extra virgin, certified organic olive oil in products to make them extremely hydrating. We're most excited about the organic citrus body oil ($42) which smells amazing and contains olive, jojoba, and sweet almond oils. Yum!
How To Save Your Skin On Long Flights
JULY 2018
...ODE, a green skincare line made with organic olive oil and botanicals by McEvoy Ranch, one of the largest U.S. producers of estate-grown, certified organic extra virgin olive oil in Petaluma. Their 2.4 oz lotion tubes are TSA-friendly and come in four appealing scents – verde, bohemian rose, lavender and the new citrus oro, just released this year. Verde is the signature scent, grassy and herbaceous, and it's the only one that has a jet set travel kit.
100 Amazing Things That Are Made in the USA
JULY 2018
The olive oil that’s the key ingredient in this line of hydrating body products is harvested in the traditional Tuscan style—on the McEvoy Ranch in Northern California. The rich balm is 97 percent organic and features a moisturizing blend of olive and jojoba oils, beeswax, and vitamin E. It’s available in four delicious scents Bohemian rose, citrus oro, lavender, and verde.
17 Rose Beauty Products to Freshen Up Your Summer
JUNE 2018
ODE Olive Oil Body Balm in Bohemian Rose ($20): Think of this olive-oil based balm as your solve-everything skin salve. It can hydrate cuticles or elbows or be used as an all-over body lotion.
WINERIES HEDGE AGAINST CLIMATE CHANGE, MOVE TO COOL CLIMATES
JUNE 2018
"Even though we have those heat waves just like Napa and Sonoma, we still have the cool breeze in the afternoon and the cooler temperatures at night and the fog in the morning," said Ria D’Aversa, director of ranch operations at McEvoy Ranch, a Petaluma Gap vineyard.
REFINERY29 RECOMMENDS ODE NATURAL BEAUTY
JUNE 2018
ODE was born out of McEvoy Ranch in Northern California, a place famed for its extra -virgin certified-organic olive oil. Unlike the bottles you pick up at the grocery store, the oil native to the region contains high levels of readily absorbable squalene, which dermatologists have found to be an extremely hydrating lipid similar to the skin's natural sebum. Because they harvest the olives before they're fully ripe, all ODE skincare formulations contain concentrated polyphenol, as well as vitamins A and E, and come locally sourced by way of the California coast.
FOR THAT FINAL FLOURISH, A FLAVORED OLIVE OIL
JUNE 2018
Last year, McEvoy Ranch released a well-received olive oil seasoned with crushed lemons local to its Petaluma, Calif., location. This year, they’ve added a companion, an oil made with jalapeños. For both, the lemons or chiles are crushed with the olives. The jalapeño oil has a delightfully grassy, vegetal allure, with moderate heat. The lemon oil gets a boost from black pepper. Both are seasoning oils, to gloss and flavor a dish just before serving.
MCEVOY RANCH’S 2018 JALAPENO AND LEMON OLIVE OILS
MAY 2018
If you’re already a fan of McEvoy Ranch’s olive oils like I am, you’re going to fall head over heels for its flavored olive oils. The award-winning Marin County producer of certified organic olive oils just released its 2018 Lemon and Jalapeno olive oils. While some mass-produced flavored olive oils get extracts added to them after pressing, McEvoy’s actually crushes lemons and jalapenos together with its estate-grown olives.
Marin County: Fine-Wine Destination
MAY 2018
Marin County wineries were awarded in the world's largest competition of American Wines. The annual San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition winners list was just released, and McEvoy Ranch's 2014 Red Piano Syrah was named best syrah/shiraz in the $33–$36.00 category.
NYIOOC | WORLD OLIVE OIL COMPETITION
APRIL 2018
The NYIOOC, held each April in New York City, is the world's largest and most prestigious olive oil contest and its annual listing of award winners is widely considered to be the authoritative guide to the year’s best extra virgin olive oils. McEvoy Ranch Traditional Blend Olive Oil won the 2018 Gold Award for excellence.
How The Wind Is Making The Petaluma Gap California's Newest Wine Region
APRIL 2018
David Ramey, a notable vintner of Petaluma Gap vineyard-designate wines, credits the wind with broad stature. "The new Petaluma Gap AVA shines a light on the coastal marine influence up and down California," he says. “All cool sites where pinot [noir], chardonnay and syrah do well are cooled by the afternoon airflow from the Pacific Ocean."
Virgin Territory: Where to Taste Sonoma County's Finest Olive Oil.
MARCH 2018
Straddling the line between Marin and Sonoma counties, McEvoy Ranch grows 56 acres of olive groves from Tuscan cuttings that were brought here in the 1990s. McEvoy mills its oils on site, including this year's Traditional Blend Olive Oil, with a slightly peppery finish and hints of artichoke and sweet green almond. Go for the table tasting of wine and olive oil served with local artisan cheeses.
5 Culinary Day Trips You Can Take from San Francisco
MARCH 2018
Now, McEvoy Ranch isn't technically a secret to anyone who's visited its olive oil shop in the Ferry Building, but not everybody knows that you can actually drive out to the ranch in Petaluma. Visitors can explore the property's orchards and olive mills before sitting down to a tasting of the ranch's renowned organic virgin olive oil paired with seasonal bites from the private gardens. And, oh, it definitely doesn't hurt that the ranch makes its own wine, too.
19 Best Sonoma Wineries to Visit This Spring
FEBRUARY 2018
Perhaps best known for its premium olive oil, McEvoy also produces wines from grapes grown within the newly designated Petaluma Gap AVA. Varietals include Cabernet, Pinot Noir, Sangiovese and Chardonnay, among others.
Olives roll into harvest at McEvoy Ranch in Marin County
DECEMBER 2017
Olives roll into harvest at McEvoy Ranch in Marin County
THE PETALUMA GAP WINEGROWERS ALLIANCE
DECEMBER 2017
The Petaluma Gap Winegrowers Alliance (PGWA) applauds the final rulemaking by the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB), establishing the Petaluma Gap on California’s North Coast as its newest designated AVA.
After Wildfires, California Producers Find Inspiration in Harvest
NOVEMBER 2017
After Wildfires, California Producers Find Inspiration in Harvest
Stock a Better Breakfast Pantry With These 7 Items
SEPTEMBER 2017
Food & Wine Magazine cites our Meyer Lemon Marmalade to: "...brighten chilly mornings with a zingy California spread that’s ?a natural match for scones."
Find fresh olive oil during California's fall harvest
SEPTEMBER 2017
USA Today provides a virtual tour of the top olive oil destinations in California, with McEvoy Ranch leading the pack. Olive oil is "...one of the few foodstuffs specifically approved by the FDA to carry health claims, and has been linked to myriad benefits beyond its well-known heart-healthy status."
Olive Oil: Discover California Wine Country’s Second Harvest
SEPTEMBER 2017
Where Traveler magazine profiles how olive oil has become the "new California wine." McEvoy is credited with pioneering the state’s olive oil industry. McEvoy Ranch is by far its largest producer of organic estate extra virgin olive oil, cultivating 18,000 trees over 80 acres and milling, blending and bottling on-site.
10 New Venues in San Francisco for Fall Meetings and Events
AUGUST 2017
BizBash is North America’s #1 source of ideas, news, and resources for event and meeting professionals. Our event venues are mentioned in an August article, "10 New Venues in San Francisco for Fall Meetings and Events" where they explore new hotels, conference areas, private rooms, and other spaces to open near San Francisco for events this fall showcases our event venues.
McEvoy Ranch Rebrands 80 Acres Beauty Collection
JULY 2017
American Spa is a magazine that reports on the newest trends in the industry and explores the dynamic spa world and shares what is vital for success. Check out this article in their July issue where they write about our recent rebranding from 80 Acres to ODE of Marin.
You may be eating a lot of bad, rotten olive oil — here's how to find the real stuff
JUNE 2017
Extra Virgin Olive Oil: If you're not getting the real thing, you're missing out — big time. Here’s how to look for the true high-quality olive oil, straight from Business Insider’s Science section.
MULTIPURPOSE MOISTURIZER
JUNE 2017
9 Things Every Totally Prepared Woman Carries in Her Bag
All Our Favorite New Condiments
OCTOBER 2016
“Award-winning California olive oil producer, McEvoy Ranch makes a delightful twist on the classic Provençal spread.”
Is Your Olive Oil Really Olive Oil?
JULY 2016
“Is your Olive Oil really Olive Oil?”
Reviews Larry Olmstead’s new book that reveals surprising truths about food. Recommends McEvoy Traditional Blend Olive Oil for cooking (recipe including in article.)
Fresh Pickings
JUNE 2016
Focus on Bohemian Rose Hand and Body Wash.
Why roses may be the cure to your stressed out, hyperconnected life.
MAY 2016
“Roses, synonymous with love through the ages, now find themselves at the heart of a growing wellness trend.”
Indulgent new body card fragrance comes form California’s McEvoy Ranch
FEBRUARY 2016
Bohemian Rose feature
Worth the Drive McEvoy Ranch
JANUARY 2016
“There is something special about this property: the food, the wine, the design, the environs – when Nan McEvoy started the Ranch, she knew what she was doing, and what she was preparing to leave the world: a magical place to celebrate life, food and the bounty we have in North Bay.”
Foodie Agenda: Outstanding in the Field Returns to Wine Country
MARCH 2016
“Now in its 17th year, Outstanding in the Field—a traveling pop-up that hosts unique dinners at farms and wineries across the nation—is a pioneer of both the pop-up and farm-to-table movements. The troupe returns to the Bay Area this year, with a series of meals in the vineyards at McEvoy Ranch in Petaluma, Scribe Winery in Sonoma, and Stemple Creek Ranch in Tomales, among other locations.”
2012 THE EVENING STANDARD PINOT NOIR
2012
“An excellent medium-bodied wine from an estate better known for its olives, this is dark in color but with a lighter, tawny rim. The complex aromas combine sweet baking spices with ample cherry and berry notes. Flavors kick in with juicy strawberry, dark cherry and subtle shadings of nutmeg and wood smoke. The texture is plush and almost soft, and the taste is warmly luxurious.”
2011 RED PIANO MEDITERRANEAN BLEND
2011
“This is a really fun dry wine with a distinctive black-pepper streak running from the aroma to the finish. It's medium bodied, on the lean side in texture, like pomegranate in terms of fruit flavors, firmly tannic and well-balanced. It should make a great pairing with steak au poivre.”
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WHAT THE "CALIFORNIA" LABEL ON YOUR OLIVE OIL MEANS
April 2022
Today, you can find California olive oil in stores across the country. The product is highly sought out by connoisseurs for its pungency and pepperiness. But what does it mean when you see “California” on the label of a bottle of olive oil?
WHAT THE "CALIFORNIA" LABEL ON YOUR OLIVE OIL MEANS
April 2022
Today, you can find California olive oil in stores across the country. The product is highly sought out by connoisseurs for its pungency and pepperiness. But what does it mean when you see “California” on the label of a bottle of olive oil?