Alto Robust is an intense extra virgin olive oil made from the Frantoio and Leccino varieties, which, on the Crookwell estate in New South Wales, produce fruit of strong character thanks to the cool climate and elevated terrain. Its aroma reveals notes of green apple and aromatic herbs, while the flavor is full and fruity, with clearly defined bitterness and pungency that finish in a long, spicy aftertaste.
The texture is rounded and clean, and its chemical profile - with free fatty acids below 0.2% and peroxide value under 12 - confirms exceptional freshness and premium quality. This oil is particularly well suited to red meats such as lamb, beef, or game, but it also enriches salads, hearty soups, and pasta with rich sauces.
Robust is designed for those who seek expressive strength and layered complexity in an olive oil, while still valuing elegance and balance.
Producer
Alto Olives is a family-run estate founded in 1999 on the slopes of the Great Dividing Range in New South Wales. The grove consists of around 20,000 olive trees, including varieties such as Hardy’s Mammoth, Cobrançosa, Picual, Frantoio, and Koroneiki.
Harvesting is carried out at peak ripeness, and the olives are processed within hours in a modern mill, ensuring freshness and nutritional integrity. The range includes diverse extra virgin olive oils, from mild and delicate to robust and intense, as well as citrus-infused oils with notes of lemon and mandarin.
This variety makes Alto oils suitable for both simple dishes and fine gastronomy. The brand’s philosophy is rooted in a balance of tradition and innovation, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and the authentic expression of the Australian terroir.
This approach has enabled Alto Olives to gain recognition well beyond the local market. Their oils have been awarded at prestigious competitions in Australia and abroad, confirming consistent quality and reputation.
Today, they are regarded as one of the leading producers of extra virgin olive oil in Australia. Their products are equally appreciated in home kitchens and on the tables of top restaurants.