Our story
Rooted in the Central Valley
A family farm in Los Banos, California, growing certified organic olives with deep respect for the land and a commitment to exceptional quality.
From the Ground Up
Copa De Oro Olive Farm was born from a simple belief: that the best olive oil comes from olives grown with care, harvested at the right moment, and pressed without compromise.
The name Copa De Oro — 'Cup of Gold' — reflects both the golden color of our oil and the trophy-worthy standard we hold ourselves to with every harvest.
We chose organic farming not as a marketing decision, but as a commitment to the health of our soil, our community, and the people who enjoy our oil.
Meet the Farmers
John Teixeira
John Teixeira has been farming for over 60 years, starting behind the wheel of a tractor at just 9 years old. He was born into agriculture, and it has been a lifelong passion — one built on a deep respect for the land but especially the soil.
For 35 of those 60 years he has been a certified organic farmer, and for the past 10, a certified Biodynamic farmer through Demeter. Today he runs Lone Willow Ranch, a 30-acre farm raising dairy goats and dairy cows and producing farmstead cheese.
At the heart of it all is a simple belief: good food, grown well, is good for everyone. Copa de Oro olive farm is a natural extension of his love of farming and food.
Dominic Mercurio
Dominic Mercurio is a hunter, fisherman, farmer, and restaurateur. He has spent his life in Monterey and over 45 years as a business owner on Fisherman's Wharf, where he has built a legacy rooted in family, food, and community.
Drawing on a rich family heritage of Sicilian fishing and business ownership, Dominic founded Cafe Fina in 1989, naming it after his late mother, Josephina. He has welcomed celebrities like John Madden, Joe DiMaggio and Rachael Ray, and has been featured on Check Please Bay Area.
Beyond Cafe Fina, Dominic co-owns Domenico's on the Wharf with his brother and sister-in-law and a 25-acre almond orchard in Los Banos. Copa de Oro olive farm is his latest venture, coupling his Mediterranean roots with his love of food and farming.
What We Stand For
Estate Grown
Every olive in every bottle comes from our own farm.
Certified Organic
We farm without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers.
Cold Extracted
Our olives are pressed at low temperatures to preserve polyphenols and fresh flavor.
Los Banos Heritage
Rooted in the heart of California's Central Valley.
Los Banos, California
Our farm sits in Merced County, in the western San Joaquin Valley — a region with a long history of olive cultivation.
Central Valley, Los Banos, CA 93635
Coming Soon
We're putting the finishing touches on our online store. Be the first to know when Copa De Oro extra virgin olive oil is available.