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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.
