At Soffritto, olive oil isn’t just an ingredient — it’s a cornerstone of how we cook, eat, and live. That’s why we’re excited to share that the new Northern Hemisphere olive oil harvest is beginning to arrive, and it’s some of the freshest, most vibrant oil you can taste all year.
Just Harvested: September & October 2025
Olives for these oils were harvested in September and October, at peak ripeness, then immediately milled and carefully stored to preserve flavour, aroma, and nutrition. This timing matters. Olive oil is a fresh juice, and like all fresh foods, new harvest oil is at its absolute best right after pressing.
What Does “Ultra-Premium” Really Mean?
Not all olive oils are created equal. Every olive oil we carry meets — and often exceeds — the Ultra-Premium standard, the highest quality classification in the world.
Ultra-premium olive oil must:
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Be fresh (current harvest)
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Have exceptionally low acidity
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Pass rigorous chemical and sensory testing
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Be free of defects
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Deliver vibrant flavour, aroma, and health-giving polyphenols
In short: if it doesn’t meet this standard, it doesn’t make it onto our shelves.
Why Fresh Olive Oil Matters
Freshly harvested olive oil isn’t just better tasting — it’s better for you.
New harvest oils offer:
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Brighter, more complex flavours
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Higher antioxidant and polyphenol levels
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More pronounced peppery finish (a sign of freshness & high polyphenols)
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Greater nutritional value
As olive oil ages, these qualities naturally fade. That’s why we always say: fresh is best — and we have it.
Taste the Difference at Soffritto
Soffritto is proud to be home to Canada’s largest olive oil and balsamic tasting bar, featuring over 65 ultra-premium olive oils and aged balsamic vinegars. We encourage you to taste before you buy, compare harvests, and find the oil that fits your cooking style — whether that’s finishing, dipping, or everyday use.
Our team is trained to guide you through:
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Harvest dates and regions
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Mild vs. robust profiles
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Best oils for cooking vs. finishing
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Pairings with food and balsamic vinegar
The Best Olive Oil of the Year — Right Now
New harvest season is short, and these oils won’t stay this fresh forever. If you’ve ever wondered what olive oil is supposed to taste like, this is the moment.
Come taste the new Northern Hemisphere harvest at Soffritto —
fresh, ultra-premium, and at its peak.