Business Details
23 Years
experience
Premium Olive Oils & Balsamic Vinegars in Bolton
Founded over two decades ago, The Gift of Oil was established by Phil Bianchi after his transformative experience with Mediterranean culinary traditions during his time in Athens. Recognising the inferior quality of olive oils and balsamic vinegars available in the UK at the time, he forged partnerships with artisan family producers across Sicily, Modena, and Portugal to bring exceptional products to British consumers. Our olive oils are meticulously blended annually, while our balsamic vinegars are crafted using time-honoured methods in Modena. We prioritise quality over quantity, working directly with single-estate producers like the Di Lorenzo family in Sicily and the Verrini family in Modena.Our commitment to authenticity extends to innovative infusions developed through years of collaboration with these producers. With over 5,000 Trustpilot reviews and a physical store in Bolton, we continue to introduce customers to the unparalleled flavours of our heritage products. Our team combines deep industry expertise with a passion for culinary excellence, ensuring every product meets rigorous quality standards. We offer nationwide delivery for orders over 60 and maintain transparent communication with customers through multiple contact channels. Our dedication to provenance and craftsmanship has made us a trusted name in premium food products since our founding.
Services
Olive Oils
Balsamic Vinegars
Infused Oils
Infused Balsamics
Tasting Events
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We source products exclusively from artisan family producers with generations of expertise
- Our olive oils and balsamics undergo rigorous quality selection processes annually
- We offer 25+ unique infusions developed through collaborative innovation with producers
- We provide free delivery to most UK postcodes for orders over 60
- Our team has over 20 years' experience in curating premium Mediterranean food products
What people say
Exceptional product quality
Wide variety available
Excellent customer service
Fast delivery
Unique flavour combinations
Services
Olive Oils
Our extra virgin olive oils come from single-estate family producers in Sicily, including the Di Lorenzo family's Disisa estate. These oils are harvested using traditional methods and blended annually to maintain consistent quality. The early harvest Sicilian oil offers a distinctive peppery finish, while other varieties showcase regional terroir differences. Each bottle contains oil with naturally occurring polyphenols, including the unique Oleocanthal compound.
Balsamic Vinegars
Crafted in Modena using time-honoured techniques, our balsamic vinegars come from the Verrini family's estate. The classic range uses traditional grape varieties aged in oak barrels, while reserve and vintage collections undergo extended maturation. The 12-year Tradizionale and 25-year Extra Vecchio varieties represent the pinnacle of balsamic craftsmanship. These products combine centuries-old methods with modern innovation in infusion development.
Infused Oils
We offer 25+ unique oil infusions created through collaboration with our producer partners. Options include citrus infusions like lemon and lime, herb varieties such as basil and garden mint, and speciality options like truffle and chilli pepper. These infusions use natural ingredients without artificial additives, preserving the base oil's quality while adding distinctive flavour profiles for culinary applications.
Infused Balsamics
Our infused balsamic collection combines traditional Modena methods with innovative flavour combinations. Classic infusions include mango and passionfruit, while reserve options feature black cherry and chocolate. The process maintains the vinegar's natural acidity while adding complementary flavours through real fruit and botanical extracts. These products enable complex dressing creation when paired with infused oils.
Tasting Events
We host annual tasting events at our Bolton location and participate in regional food fairs like the Scottish Game Fair. These events allow customers to sample products before purchase and learn about proper usage techniques. The experiences include guided tastings of different oil and balsamic varieties, with staff available to explain pairing recommendations and culinary applications.
People
Phil Bianchi
Founder
Phil Bianchi established The Gift of Oil after discovering premium Mediterranean products during his time in Athens. With over 20 years' experience in the industry, he maintains direct relationships with producer families to ensure quality standards. He oversees product selection and business development while representing the company at trade events.
Renato Di Lorenzo
Producer Partner
Renato Di Lorenzo manages the family-owned Disisa estate in Sicily with his wife Maria Paola. Their 400-hectare property produces award-winning olive oils and wine vinegars using traditional methods. The family's expertise in Mediterranean agriculture spans four generations, contributing to the distinctive character of our Sicilian olive oil offerings.
Nicolo Verrini
Balsamic Producer
Nicolo Verrini represents the third generation of his family's Modena balsamic production. With formal education in Viticulture and Oenology from Bologna University, he combines scientific knowledge with inherited expertise. He develops our classic and reserve balsamic ranges, applying both traditional aging techniques and modern infusion methods.
Questions
What makes your olive oils different from supermarket brands?
Our oils come from single-estate producers using traditional methods, with no mass production compromises. They contain naturally occurring polyphenols absent in commercial oils.
Do you offer gift options?
We provide taster boxes, gift cards, and curated gift sets with multiple presentation options for special occasions.
How should I store my products?
Keep oils and vinegars in cool, dark places away from heat sources. Proper storage maintains quality for up to 18 months after opening.
Can I visit your store?
Our Bolton store operates Monday-Thursday 9am-5pm and Friday 8am-1pm. We offer in-store tastings during these hours.
Do you supply restaurants or retailers?
We welcome trade enquiries from independent retailers and hospitality businesses. Contact Phil directly for wholesale arrangements.
What's your return policy?
Unopened products can be returned within 30 days. We replace damaged items or provide full refunds with proof of purchase.
Reviews (7)
Elisa Winstanley
Oct 31, 2021
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Its one of my favourite companies to buy olive oil and balsamic vinegars. I first came across them at the Living North Fair in York and each year, I would top up with a selection of bottles. Due to the pandemic, Ive been buying online! These delicious oils and vinegars do not disappoint! They taste amazing. Weve mixed different vinegars with oils to use for bread dipping! Ive not brought from anywhere local as this company does the best! Its worth its weight in gold!!
Michele Grey
Sep 07, 2021
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Bought some from you in Southport festive have to say they are absolutely fabulous you have a lifetime customer , bought garlic oil and truffle infused oil and balsamic vinegar, highly recommend
Debbie Murphy
Feb 17, 2021
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Fabulous oils, used the lemon oil for marinating my feta and drizzling over my prawn, orzo and feta meal
Katie Waxman Hyman
Dec 25, 2020
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The sun-dried tomato balsamic and the white balsamic are heaven in bottles! Highly recommend with focaccia or just on tomatoes.
Mandy Turner
Oct 06, 2020
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This is how much we love these Guys This Sicilian oil is hands down the best I have ever tasted - so much so we bought this beast.... the 3litre tin 👌🏻😋cannot recommend any of these products enough they are just fabulous x
Claribel Cardozo
Jun 26, 2020
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Lovely selection of flavoured oils that go well with breads, avocados (guacamole), prawn dishes and salads..
Carolyn Bowers
Apr 25, 2020
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Olive oil and reserve balsamic has literally elevated EVERYTHING I eat. I will return for more! And the lady who served me was fab! Thanks so much
