Our News - Alexis Muñoz olive oils

Discover our blog dedicated to the world of Alexis Muñoz, elaïologist and producer, to our 18:1 monovarietal Olive Oils, and to NECTAR, our commited program.

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NECTAR Program - Recap of the Plantathlon at Domaine de Baudrigue

Alexis Muñoz, CEO of the company Nectar & Co, is pleased with the two days organized around the planting of hedgerows between the rows of olive trees. 'Objective achieved and completed, today, Saturday, 140 people are present on the land to...

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NECTAR Program: France’s 1st Plantathlon in Roullens

On January 10th and 11th, Nectar & Co, in partnership with Forêtvert Forever, Les Imaginaires en Transition, and students from the BTS program at La Raque Higher School, will organize a major event in Roullens: the 1st Plantathlon in France!

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EVENT: Our 18:1 range is changing color!

No reinterpretation... no magic either... Just the authenticity and the craftsmanship of Alexis Muñoz, an olive oil expert and producer of single-variety olive oils.

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Domaine de Baudrigue: The pilot farm of the NECTAR program.

Welcome to Domaine de Baudrigue, the first farm in the NECTAR program, located in Roullens, in the Malepère Massif.

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Alexis Muñoz x Maison Sarah Lavoine • A beautiful collaboration for an original creation.

When the love for quality meets the love for beauty!

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POINT DE VUE: "The Man Who Planted Olive Trees"

Point de Vue magazine has shone a spotlight on our work, our beautiful NECTAR Regenerative Olive Growing program, and the more than twenty years Alexis Muñoz has dedicated to ecology.

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Challenge Magazine: "Alexis Muñoz – Essential Oils"

"Creator of exceptional olive oils, renowned among top chefs, the élaiologue passionately defends responsible agriculture. He aims to recreate a sustainable olive oil industry in Occitania."

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NECTAR Program: Our Vision for Biodiversity

Together with a team of professionals, Alexis Muñoz offers through NECTAR a program that combines agroecology and food sovereignty, blending his environmental convictions with an ambitious economic vision.

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NECTAR: The Regenerative Olive Oil Program

You may know Alexis Muñoz as an olive oil expert and producer of 18:1 Olive Oils. He is also the founder and driving force behind the NECTAR Regenerative Olive Oil Program.

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Organic Olive Oil and Lavazza Coffee by Alexis Muñoz and Chef Lionel Giraud

Chef and Producer... Lionel Giraud and Alexis Muñoz... Maison Saint Crescent and Monovarietal Olive Oils...

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Press article from the magazine Envols

TO READ: "The Subtle Taste of Solar Olive Oil"

"He is to olive oil what the oenologist is to wine." Alexis Muñoz, a virtuoso elaïologist and committed producer, provides top chefs' tables and aims to revive the olive oil industry in France.

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TO READ: "Alexis Muñoz, the Nomadic and Engaged Elaïologist and Producer!"

Here's a highlight from the RESTO – Hôtel & Lodge magazine, which recently published a wonderful article about Alexis Muñoz's work.

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Original Creation: MAISON SARAH LAVOINE x ALEXIS MUÑOZ

When the love for beauty meets the love for quality, the result is a unique and original creation, bringing together the worlds of Maison Sarah Lavoine and 18:1 Olive Oils by Alexis Muñoz!

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TO READ: "Who is Alexis Muñoz, the man who supplies olive oil to top chefs?"

Envols, the new Air France magazine, devoted a wonderful article to our profession, our work, and upcoming projects. A big thank you to Marine Delcambre and Caroline Pois for this beautiful recognition!

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The Elaïologist: Expert of the Olive Oil Industry

If you have ever tasted an 18:1 olive oil, you’ve likely noticed the intensity and distinctiveness of its flavors.

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Olive Oil Production: Heading to the Olive Groves and Our Mills

The olive is a winter fruit, reaching maturity at the end of the year. As autumn settles in, we’re excited to soon unveil the fruits of our labor.

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Chef’s Tip: Olive Oil, Potimarron, and Other Squash Varieties

As summer comes to an end, the colors of autumn start to emerge—warm browns, yellows, and oranges. It’s a delight to see pumpkins and other seasonal squash returning to gardens and market stalls!

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Two men are squatting in an olive grove, having a conversation. One is wearing a hat, while the other is wearing a beret.

Olive Oil Producer: A Profession, A Passion

Olive oil is not just a condiment; it’s a full-fledged ingredient that brings its own personality to the dishes it accompanies. Every olive oil reveals its own unique flavors.

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Alexis Muñoz Commits to Bulk Olive Oil Sales

In the food industry, the trend towards bulk sales is growing. More eco-friendly and economical, it is expanding among professionals, distributors, restaurateurs, and individual consumers alike.

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Producing high-quality olive oil that is accessible to the largest number of people

This is our mission. For Alexis Muñoz, olive oil is not just a condiment; it is a product of excellence, a true ingredient that serves gastronomy. Producing quality for the pleasure of the senses.

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INTERVIEW with Alexis Muñoz at Trentotto Toulouse

Listen to and watch this beautiful interview with Stephan Oddos and Alexis Muñoz. Discover our universe through the Ptit Shoot de design from our Ambassadors 18:1 at Trentotto in Toulouse

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Olive Oil and Tomatoes: A Story of Passion

The olive oil had waited for her for months. Finally, she arrived… Queen of summer, plump as could be, sweet and tangy, she donned her finest red coat. Like every year, the tomato made us wait.

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Chef’s Tip: Celebrate the Marriage of Strawberries and Olive Oil

As late spring draws to a close, we invite you to celebrate the union of strawberries and olive oil. Yes, when strawberry season is back, we want to eat them every day. But how can we vary the pleasure?

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Asparagus arranged with edible purple flowers, a creamy cheese like burrata, and 18:1 olive oil produced by Alexis Muñoz.

Chef's tip and spring culinary pairing: asparagus with olive oil

Spring brings its seasonal fruits and vegetables. It’s the return of colors, scents, and flavors that have been forgotten during the long winter months.

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The olive tree in bloom: a blossoming of hope

A sacred tree in Greek mythology, millennia old for some, the olive tree is one of the longest-living trees. The blooming period of the olive tree is crucial in the olive production cycle.

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Chef's tip: olive oil for breakfast

What if your breakfast took on a Mediterranean flair? Dare to try new culinary combinations and awaken your taste buds to exquisite flavors. We’ve put together some delightful ideas for a surprising olive oil-based breakfast.

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The benefits of olive oil: when health meets pleasure

Today, we want to talk to you about the benefits of olive oil. Yes, we are producers of olive oil, so we won’t tell you not to consume it!

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The preservation of olive oil

Olive oil is an integral part of our diet. It is commonly used in our daily dishes, particularly those of Mediterranean origin. But sometimes, we forget that the olive is a fruit that follows a seasonality.

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Common Misconceptions About Olive Oil (3/3): Does the Color of Olive Oil Matter?

Let’s debunk another common misconception. Not all olive oils are the same color. However, this color is not related to the variety of the olive. Let’s try to understand why.

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Common misconceptions about olive oil (2/3): does the olive variety affect the quality of its oil?

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Olive Oil Myths Debunked (1/3): Does Geographical Origin Guarantee Quality?

Olive oil is a globally beloved product, yet it remains relatively misunderstood by many consumers.

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Olive oil produced by Alexis Muñoz, freshly pressed and straight from the mill.

First Harvest 2020 – 18:1 Picual Olive Oil

12 months of anticipation to experience this intense moment… the first harvest of 2020! We begin our 2020 production with the Picual variety. The olives are still green, harvested and pressed… to obtain a pure olive juice.

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Black olives

The organoleptic richness

Arbequina, Picual, Picholine, Cornicabra, Olivière... Exceptional varieties that I transform during this production period, from October to December, with precision, at their optimal maturity.

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Harvest 2020 is approaching !

Did you know? The olive is a winter fruit! In September, the color of the olive begins to change as the fruit starts to ripen, transitioning from green to black. Yes, a black olive is simply a green olive that has matured!

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A colorful plate featuring creamy burrata, roasted figs drizzled with olive oil, served with pita bread.

Fig and Olive Oil: The perfect fall pairing

As summer fades, it’s time to transition from light summer salads to new autumn recipes, combining seasonal produce, indulgence, and 18:1 Olive Oil.

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A Look Back at the 2nd Edition of SIRHA GREEN in Lyon

After a long period away from chefs and professionals, the 18:1 team was thrilled to participate in the second edition of SIRHA GREEN, held at La Sucrière in Lyon.

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A glass bottle of coffee-infused olive oil, born from the collaboration between Alexis Muñoz, olive oil producer, and Lionel Giraud, Michelin-starred chef, placed on a stainless steel countertop with artichokes and lemons.

Organic Olive Oil & Lavazza Coffee – An unprecedented and unexpected product !

Lionel Giraud, the double Michelin-starred chef from Narbonne and Lavazza ambassador, turned to the sensitivity and expertise of Alexis Muñoz to create the Lavazza Coffee-infused Organic Olive Oil.

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Have you ever seen an olive blossom?

Did you know ? It is in May that the pollination process of olive blossoms occurs. The flowering lasts only about a week and depends entirely on atmospheric conditions.

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READ – ELLE à Table, Once Upon a Time… Olive Oil

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Olive Oil is first and foremost about the fruit… A matter of variety and maturity !

Objective criteria for choosing olive oil : The variety of the olive, the maturity of the fruit, an opaque container to protect the oil and the traceability.

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Small jars of jam made by Stéphane Perotte. Collaboration with Alexis Muñoz and Food y Vino.

Original Creation – FOOD Y VINO

When one of our first ambassadors, Sébastien, combines the expertise of fruit chef Stéphan Perrotte, Meilleur Confiturier de France 2014 and World Jam Champion 2015, with the know-how of Alexis Muñoz, Elaïologist and producer of single-variety olive oils…

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How to Choose the Right Olive Oil?

Join us in Nice this Monday, February 3 at 2:00 PM at the Agecotel show! During a Masterclass conference, Alexis Muñoz will be happy to discuss his profession as an Elaïologist producer.

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Olive Harvest

Did you know? The olive is a winter fruit! The harvest takes place from October to December, from green fruit to black. The color of an olive does not define its variety! 1 olive variety = 3 stages of maturity.

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MUST LISTEN – C’est excellent on Sud Radio

His philosophy is to transmit and educate for better consumption. Because there is an education needed for olive oil, just as there is for wine. The variety and richness of vines and wines is comparable to that of olives and oils…

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MUST WATCH! Alexis Muñoz Olive Oils Featured on Objectif Top Chef – M6

We are honored to be able to talk about our philosophy, our work, and our profession as producers of single-variety olive oils.

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First Harvest 2019… We’re Here!

Joy, joy, joy. First harvest… 12 months of waiting to experience this intense moment… A night at the mill… Our first fruits pressed from the 2019 harvest…

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Olive Oil Equilibre in YAM – The Magazine of Chefs

"Look for the typicity of a single variety of olive, cultivated organically or through responsible farming, naturally…" This is the pursuit of Alexis Muñoz, creator of 100% natural single-variety olive oils.

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MUST LISTEN – Alexis Muñoz on France Culture

In my profession as a producer, I press olives, and of course, I’m also called to taste them. I do everything I love to do, I live in the poetry of the olive. I cannot imagine my work in production without planting trees.

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MUST READ – Alexis Muñoz, The Olive Tree Entrepreneur

Elaïologist, olive oil expert, Alexis Muñoz answers questions from Claire-Agnès Gueutin in an interview for Éditions Contenta. A passionate entrepreneur, he has made it his mission to plant olive trees in France and produce high-quality olive oil.

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Alexis Muñoz engaging in conversation with a group of chefs around a black countertop, on which bottles of olive oil and glasses are arranged, in a room with stone walls and a warm atmosphere.

Create, Share, Transmit – Paul Bocuse Institute

Time stood still at the Paul Bocuse Institute, in the serenity of the place… A team, a gastronomic gem, led by Chef Davy Tissot. This Friday, Alexis Muñoz visited the team at the Restaurant Saisons, located in the Château in Ecully.

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18:1 on CNEWS – A Three-Star Olive Oil

Press Highlight of the Day: CNEWS dedicates an article to us today and talks about our single-variety olive oils! Alexis Muñoz’s premium products are winning over more and more people!

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After Lily of the Valley... the Olive Blossom!

It’s in May that the phenomenon of olive tree pollination occurs.

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Alexis Muñoz sitting at a table surrounded by books, holding a glass of olive oil in his hand, with several glass bottles of his Limited Edition olive oils in front of him.

MUST READ – Le Parisien: “I want to give more to the earth than I take from it, to honor it, to value it”

We are featured, and we are proud to share it with you! Excerpt from an interview given by Alexis Muñoz to Adeline Boval from Le Parisien. Driven by passion for olive oil, Alexis Muñoz created the brand 18:1, which is now used by some of the top chefs.

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Gault&Millau Young Talents Award 2019 – Le Prince Noir #6

Alexis Muñoz was this week at Vivian Durand’s in Bordeaux, who hosted the Gault&Millau Young Talents Award #6. As a partner, Alexis met a passionate and promising young generation.

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Alexis Muñoz Olive Oil for the Printemps du Goût

We are very honored by the trust placed in us by Printemps du Goût for the creation of a Limited Edition 100% French bottle, on the occasion of their first anniversary of opening!

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Eggplant Caviar by Monsieur Appert

A first! Monsieur Appert presents his caviar… 100% plant-based! A product born from a meeting of passionate individuals and a sharing of expertise.

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18:1, Official Olive Oil of the Bocuse d’Or 2019

Passion, sharing, and transmission—values that we hold in common with the world of gastronomy. 18:1 will be the official olive oil of the Bocuse d’Or.

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The man who planted trees

Beyond his commitment to the quality of his olive oils, Alexis Muñoz is currently leading a major project by planting an extensive olive grove in the South of France.

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Our Commitments – Alexis Muñoz Olive Oils

Alexis Muñoz Olive Oils offers you: the guarantee of olive oil that is free from blends or mixes, an unique and specific taste, tied to the variety and ripeness of the olive....

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Gault&Millau Young Talents Award #5

This week, Alexis Muñoz was at Lucas Carton in Paris as part of the Young Talents Gault&Millau award, a project we’re proud to partner with.

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18:1 Olive Oils Partnering with the Raid Défi d’Elles

That’s why we are proud to support the Raid Défi d’Elles and the Keep a Breast* association once again this year, to share the values that are close to our hearts: fitness, health, and well-being.

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Four 250ml glass bottles, limited editions of olive oils produced by Alexis Muñoz, placed on a wooden table in a rustic setting.

Limited Editions : Expertise in its purest form

Producer and passionate expert, Alexis Muñoz shares the best of his knowledge to craft these Limited Edition olive oils.

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Alexis Muñoz, the olive oil producer, and Lionel Giraud, a two-Michelin-starred chef, pouring olive oil and Lavazza coffee into tasting cups during the launch event for this unexpected product.

Original Creation by Lionel Giraud: Olive Oil and Lavazza Coffee

Chef and producer... Lionel Giraud and Alexis Muñoz... La Table de Saint Crescent and Olive Oils... A shared passion for the poetry of nature, a story of trust and friendship... all coming together to create an unprecedented and unexpected product. 

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Expertise and Knowledge Sharing

Producer and Elaïologue, Alexis Muñoz is now a recognized expert in the world of olive oil, but also—and most importantly—in the world of gastronomy, where he continuously shares his expertise and passion.

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18:1 Arbequina organic olive oil has arrived !

18:1 is expanding, and we’re proud to introduce the "new addition to the family"… 18:1 Organic Olive Oil, made from 100% Arbequina olives.

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Monovarietal olive oil... what is it ?

Made from a single variety of olive, monovarietal olive oil stands far apart from the standardized taste you often find in blends or mixed olive oils.

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Alexis Muñoz Olive Oils at Printemps Haussmann Paris

Printemps Haussmann has opened its doors to the finest gems of French gastronomy. On the 7th and 8th floors of the Printemps de l’Homme, under the famous glass dome, food lovers have been discovering...

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What’s in the Bottles of Olive Oil You Buy?

If you want to consume something good and healthy, forget about and leave the industrial olive oils on the shelf. Opt for a single-variety olive oil for its taste and subtlety on the palate. We assure you, your body will thank you.

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True or False: Can olive oil oxidize ?

Like most food products, and just like a cut fruit exposed to air, YES, olive oil is indeed sensitive to oxidation !

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Proud to Support La Cuillère d'Or 2018

La Cuillère d'Or is the competition for the best female chef, open to both professionals and amateurs, and will take place on March 7-8, 2018.

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18:1 Olive Oil and Figs by Chef Claire Heitzler

Olive Oil and Sweet Treats: A Perfect Match

Did you know that olive oil pairs beautifully with sweet flavors?

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YulEAT Canada

"Yul Eat" Recap – The Canadian Gastro Festival

The Canadian enthusiasm for 18:1 olive oils is real and growing! Chefs, food lovers, and fans of fine dining came out in full force to meet us at the Yul Eat Festival 2017.

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18:1 and L'Atelier des Chefs

Create, share, transmit. A vision of great cuisine, with top-quality products that we share with L'Atelier des Chefs.

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18:1 Official Supplier of LOU Rugby

Because we share the values of the sporting world, we support the LOU Rugby team in the Top 14 every day!

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Atmospheric image of 18:1 Alexis Muñoz olive oils, cylindrical and square cans, accompanied by bread on a wooden table.

18:1, The Olive Oil for ALL Chefs

Because cooking isn’t measured in stars, from bistros to gourmet restaurants, we support chefs who share our love for quality ingredients and a passion for flavor.

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Canada, Land of Maple and... Olive Oil!

It was only a matter of time before 18:1 Olive Oils crossed the Atlantic. For 2017, it’s finally done! A warm welcome, talented chefs, and exceptional venues.

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Saucepan of chefs from the Disciples Escoffier International.

A White Evening to Celebrate Auguste Escoffier and French Gastronomy

18:1 Olive Oils, created by Alexis Muñoz, were invited to take their place at the table of chefs committed to equality, knowledge sharing, respect for culture, and the ongoing evolution of cuisine.

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Listening In! Alexis on Europe 1

Alexis Muñoz – La Table du Dimanche on Europe 1! Discover his interview with Anne-Laure Jumet, where she talks about Alexis, his journey, his expertise, and his tips on olive oil.

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How to choose your olive oil ?

What’s better in summer than a good tomato-mozza drizzled with olive oil? But, for that, the olive oil needs to be deliciously fruity and perfectly aromatic. Want to know how to choose it? We’ve done the research for you !

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Summer is Coming : Olive Oil in all its forms !

To help you embrace the sunny mood of summer, here are a few pairing suggestions with our 18:1 Olive Oils.

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18:1 Olive Oils Supporting Female Athletes!

Well-being, health, fitness, and the joy of living... These are values that are close to our hearts, that inspire us, and that drive us every day !

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Good and Healthy!

The Cadre De Vie Association aims to guide consumers toward a diet made up of raw foods with high nutritional quality.

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Alexis Muñoz Expertise

The journey began 20 years ago

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Sirha 2017

Once again this year, Sirha, the world’s largest exhibition dedicated to the world of gastronomy, remains a true success. It was the perfect opportunity for us to introduce our new production to the chefs and distributors who visited us.

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Tasting in Russia

From March 20 to 22, Alexis Muñoz will be in Russia with Michel Lentz, our Ambassador, for an exclusive presentation of his Olive Oils.

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Black 18:1 olive oil can produced by Alexis Muñoz, featuring very ripe black olives still on the olive tree.

Controlled over-ripening

When the olive takes its time, its aromas evolve to offer you a surprising, elegant, and character-filled tasting experience ! The Fruité Noir 18:1, late harvest, is a nectar resulting from a slow, controlled maturation process by Alexis Muñoz.

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Green, purple, and black olives mixed with whole lemon wedges.

Olives and Lemons

A bold combination that drives food lovers wild… Exclusively available in Limited Edition, this olive oil made from Aglandau variety olives from Haute Provence, paired with organic Sicilian lemons.

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Happy Holidays !

We are happy to share our passion and expertise with you!

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The hand of Alexis Munoñoz holding four olives at different stages of ripeness, from green to black, with an outdoor background.

After the green, tt's time for ripe fruitiness...

The olive is turning, as we say, ripe.Silky texture, roundness on the palate, with no bitterness or pepperiness.

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Fresh olives in various shades of green and purple, gathered in a container, ready for the production process.

First Harvest – Limited Edition

First harvest. First olives, green. Early ripeness. Freshness, vitality, chlorophyll. Aromas of green tomatoes and herbs.

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White and black cylindrical olive oil cans from the Alexis Muñoz brand, 18:1, resting on a hand, with Moscow's Red Square in the background, Russia.

Red Square is no longer so empty !

18:1 continues its exploration and heads East to meet Russian chefs! Friendliness and sharing are the key words of Russian gastronomy, the very essence of 18:1 olive oils.

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18:1 in the Land of the Rising Sun

A magnificent journey to meet the great French chefs based in Tokyo. We thank them for their warm welcome and kindness.

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Alexis Muñoz handling green olives during the production, with a flow of olives falling into a metal container.

Here we are ...

The joy of finally seeing this new production season unfold before us. Harvesting, crushing, malaxing, separating, decanting. From the warm scent of the soil, the freshly plowed earth, to the intoxicating aromas of the olive paste.

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Why 18:1 ?

Giving meaning... C18:1 is the simplified formula of oleic acid, one of the unsaturated free fatty acids found in olive oil, but also abundantly present in the human body.

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Is There a Country or Region That Produces Better Olive Oils Than Others?

NO! There are 1,200 varieties of olives, mainly grown around the Mediterranean Basin, which accounts for 95% of the world's production. Some olive varieties, by nature, have better physicochemical and organoleptic qualities than others.

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What Do You Really Need to Know to Choose Your Olive Oil?

Beyond geographical marketing considerations and the aesthetics or originality of the packaging, here's what you need to know when choosing your olive oil.

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18:1 + 6 Hours

18:1 and Singapore – It was during the recent Asia-Pacific selection of the Bocuse d'Or, an event we support diligently, that we established a strong partnership with Gourmet Partner, who will distribute the olive oils produced by Alexis Muñoz in the new

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Stand of the distributor Maison Masse, featuring black and white cylindrical cans of 18:1 monovarietal olive oils from the Alexis Muñoz brand.

18:1 entrusted to Maison Masse!

This is first and foremost a meeting and a partnership between true food lovers. Maison Masse, a specialist in exceptional truffles and foie gras, has chosen to place our 18:1 olive oils at the heart of their "Editeur de Goût" collection.

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Two cylindrical 250ml cans, white and black, of olive oil from the Alexis Muñoz brand, in London with Big Ben in the background.

18:1 Takes on Big Ben

From rugby to the kitchen... Maurice Fitz Gerald, former international prop for the English rugby team and Biarritz Olympique, knows the value of hard work in the shadows, serving the collective.

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Alexis Muñoz and Betty Guillo at the Omnivore World Tour Paris 2016, holding a black-and-white can of 18:1 olive oil from the Alexis Muñoz brand, in front of the exhibition stand.

Omnivore World Tour Paris 2016

We had the honor and the pleasure of participating in the gastronomic event of the year at the Palais de la Mutualité in Paris.

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Black cylindrical can of 18:1 olive oil from the Alexis Muñoz brand on a restaurant table.

Le Fruité Noir 18:1 has arrived!

The work done in 2015, both in the olive groves and alongside chefs, is now recognized. 18:1 with green fruitiness has become a benchmark for olive oil on French tables and in the hands of top chefs.

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Cylindrical metal cans of monovarietal olive oil, Picual and Cornicabra, from the Alexis Muñoz brand.

Why 18:1 in a can?!

I thought 18:1... 18:1 was designed by and for chefs. By and for chefs? Yes, the experience gained working with Michelin-starred and/or avant-garde chefs led us to develop this packaging that meets five main requirements.

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Alexis Muñoz in the midst of olive oil production, turned toward the mill, watching the first olive juice.

Diary of a Miller, Citizen of the World…

The production season has begun, and for a miller who sets up operations here and there, taking advantage of all the olive varieties the different Mediterranean terroirs have to offer, it's a life of a wandering performer—rich in encounters.

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Chef Nicolas Brousse in the kitchen holding aromatic herbs and a can of 18:1 Picual olive oil from the Alexis Muñoz brand.

18:1 Tailored for Bistronomy

Fragments of lives, pieces of menus, and secrets from chefs. 18:1!

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Glass bottle of olive oil from the Alexis Muñoz brand, with chocolate and green olives in the foreground to suggest pairings in pastry.

Olive Oil in Pastry

Today, it’s a given for the finest pastry chefs. Naturally, pastry virtuosos have embraced olive oil, exploring the wide range of flavors brought by different olive varieties and the varying ripeness of the fruit.

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Olive oil cans, from the brand Alexis Muñoz 18:1, cylindrical and square white containers of the Picual variety.

18:1 in the Kitchen, Simply Put

Alexis Muñoz created 18:1. An olive oil with a balanced green fruitiness, soft and light on the palate. It stands out for its aromatic intensity, leaving little room for bitterness or pungency.

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Zoom in transparency on the movement of golden yellow olive oil, poured into water.

True or False!?

They say olive oil oxidizes ... = True!

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Tasting session with Alexis Muñoz holding a tin of 18:1 extra virgin olive oil, surrounded by an attentive group of people. The setting is a warmly lit room with a red wall, and the table is adorned with bread and olive oil.

18:1 Olive Oil, Sneak Preview!

In a prestigious spot of Parisian bistronomy, Alexis Muñoz unveiled 18:1. Created with chefs in mind, it blends practicality in container design with creativity and originality in its presentation... and a simplified price!

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Three containers of extra virgin olive oil from the 18:1 Alexis Muñoz brand, presented in modern white packaging with a minimalist design and a stylized olive tree illustration. The formats include two cylindrical cans and a square 3L can.

18:1 for the Bistronomes

Since 2012, Alexis Muñoz, an olive oil producer and certified taster from the Spanish School, has been offering Michelin-starred chefs an exceptional raw material specially designed for fine dining.

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A team of 5 people, including Chef Christophe Hay, in the kitchen.

Grandeur nature. Christophe Hay

As the name of their restaurant suggests, one feels close to what Chef Christophe Hay and his wife offer: a team spirit that evokes family

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Chef Franck Putelat, in its kitchen

The magnetic field. Franck Putelat

A magnetic field is a field of force. Generated by a magnet. And its intensity increases near the source.

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Mount Fuji in Tokyo, Japan, snow-capped with a sunrise in the background and a torii gate.

Our 18:1 Olive Oils in the Land of the Rising Sun

Tasting our olive oils in the Land of the Rising Sun. An obvious choice... A magnificent journey to meet the great French chefs based in Tokyo.

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Black and white photo of Chef Lionel Giraud, at the pass in his restaurant's kitchen, plating a dish with Alexis Muñoz's olive oil.

Lionel Giraud, The Culinary Puzzle

Each dish is a surprise in itself. Inventiveness meets indulgence in a dialogue that delights.

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At Louis-Michel Lentz's, dressed in a white chef's jacket, plating a dish, a spoon in his hand, pouring a glossy sauce over a lamb chop.

Louis-Michel Lentz, The Balance Point

Is it a coincidence that Louis-Michel Lentz applies his expertise in a former pharmacy, once one of the most famous in Moscow, now home to the Baccarat House and its restaurant, the Cristal Room Baccarat, nestled on the first floor of the building?

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Chef Laurent Peugeot wearing a dark shirt, smiling confidently while holding chopsticks in one hand, with arms partially crossed, against a dark background.

Laurent Peugeot, Haiku

To choose between earth or sea. Deconstructed foam of seaweed. Change from the ordinary.

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Chef Franck Renimel carefully plating a dish in the kitchen of his restaurant.

Franck Renimel, Rebellious Cuisine

Whether in the city center or its surroundings, Chef Franck Renimel practices his culinary freedom on the margins, through his fine and indulgent culinary pairings, presented with an eye for aesthetics and balance.

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Black and white photo of Fabian & Sarah Feldmann, smiling with their arms crossed.

Fabian Feldmann, (L) Impertinent

Adjective, masculine noun - Impertinent: Describes a man who acts, speaks, or thinks in opposition to traditional cuisine.

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Olive oil producer and oleologist Alexis Muñoz tasting and discussing with Chef Yoann Conte in the kitchen of his restaurant.

Opening a Path. Yoann Conte

The man is at ease with the legacy he carries, in charge of the blue house in Veyrier-du-Lac, made famous by chef Marc Veyrat. This relaxed demeanor is a signature of his simplicity.

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Chef Eric Guerin, smiling, in the kitchen of his restaurant La Mare aux Oiseaux.

Roots and Wings, Eric Guérin

A striking contrast of one who seeks to root himself deeply, while already dreaming of a next flight. Double protection: the familiar safety of the places we know by heart, and the anonymous freedom that a distant destination provides.

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Chef Cyril Harberland smiling with his arms crossed.

Beautiful Star. Cyril Haberland

Thirteen months... That’s how long it took Cyril Haberland for the gastronomic restaurant L'Oison at Château des Reynats, near Périgueux, to be reborn under a beautiful star in 2011.

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Nicolas Gautier

Talent², Nicolas Gautier

Nicolas Gautier, Chef at Château d’Esclimont, constructs his dishes like sentences, with a clear and refined culinary grammar, where flavors and textures wrap around a star ingredient.

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Black and white photo of Michelin-starred chef Christopher Coutanceau.

Circle of Trust: Christopher Coutanceau

A gastronomic reference, with two Michelin stars for 27 years and recognized as one of the world's top tables since 2013, the chef from La Rochelle has drawn a continuous line throughout the various stages of his ascent.

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Black and white photo of the French-Armenian nose and perfumer Francis Kurkdjian smelling fragrances.

Francis Kurkdjian

The first impression that sparks curiosity about the other. The freedom to follow one's own path, rather than doing what tradition would dictate.

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Black and white photo of Alexis Muñoz tasting olive oil while taking notes.

A Strong Commitment to Chefs

Alexis Muñoz is deeply committed to chefs, built around a sustainable and direct exchange, without any intermediaries. Transparency is key to ensuring the quality of a product with a high organoleptic concentration.

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Production Alexis Muñoz

A beautiful and happy New Year 2013, with our heads in the olives! January 12, 2013

2012 saw the birth of Alexis Muñoz Olive Oils through an unprecedented production approach.

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Chef Yannick Franques Kitchen

Mystère, by Yannick Franques

Mystère, by Yannick Franques

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Haute Ecole Française de dégustation of olive oils

The Haute École de Dégustation, established in September 2012, reveals the art of tasting and appreciating olive oil, a product so commonly used yet often misunderstood.

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Olive Oil Tasting by Alexis Muñoz

Sustainability

After a long period of development, meetings, and learning, the ALEXIS MUÑOZ brand is now ready to market its extra virgin olive oils.

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