Winterhill Olive Oils
Winterhill Olive Oils offers a variety of olive oils in a “wonderfully energetic and beautiful space,” as owner Annette Schoonover and Richard Wolf pictured when building the foundation of a business with the potential for creating miracles and spreading joy. Inspired by Italy and the magic of olive trees, Schoonover and Wolf developed Winterhill, coined as such from the breathtaking hills and views that accompanied their retreat from their home in Tahoe in the winter.

Now permanent residents, Annette and Richard, live up to the reputation of having the highest quality olive oils available locally. A favored aspect of Winterhill products is their Certified Extra-virgin olive oils and their flavored olive oils that are made 100% extra-virgin, unlike other markets with the label but not the guarantee. Also special about their products? Winterhill keeps their oils fresh by selling products only from the harvest year. The 2009 harvest includes the following oils: two regular extra-virgin oils (one Ascolano varietal, the other Mission varietal), Meyer Lemon, Blood Orange, Garlic, Persian Lime, Basil, Rosemary, and Jalapeno. Established by Schoonover, Wolf and their customers, the olive oil recipes have continued to develop over the years.

A philanthropic business, Winterhill supports two developmentally disabled artists by placing their artwork on their labels and placing a percentage of profit from those label sales into the artists’ schools. They also support conservation of resources by offering a refill program that allows customers to return their bottles or bring their own and receive a 40% discount for recycling that glass. In addition to recycling glass and helping artists, Schoonover and Wolf make sure that their oils are “high quality oils at an affordable price” and place many donations “to support our community, the community that supports us.” Some events at Winterhill include complimentary tasting parties, an evening of fun facts and food, in order to show the health benefits of the oils and how to use them in cooking and baking. These events are well attended in a great part due to the staff that holds these events. The secret to Schoonover and Richard Wolf’s success: “Hard working, passionate people who are committed to customer service and education.” Winterhill Olive Oils dedicates itself to supporting creative spirit and fulfilling passion. Discover the magic and the incredible health benefits of certified extra-virgin and flavored olive oils at:

Winterhill Olive Oil
321 Main Street
Phone: 530/626-6369
www.winterhillfarms.com