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Farms
on Elba Island — vineyards, olive mills and strawberry-tree honey
Elba is an agricultural island first and a tourist destination second: wineries, olive groves, apiaries and educational farms open to visitors. Buying from the producer is the most authentic way to take the island home.
Wine
estates
The Consorzio di Tutela Vini Elba DOC unites 16 active wineries on the island. They produce Elba DOC (whites, reds, rosés) and Aleatico Passito DOCG, the most distinctive sweet wine of the Tuscan Archipelago. All of them offer tastings by appointment and direct sales. Below three representative examples.
Historic Elban winery founded in the 18th century as a farm between Portoferraio and Porto Azzurro. Named after a freshwater spring on the estate. Guided tours with three-wine tasting start at 25 euro per person.
Centenary winery in Porto Azzurro (founded 1920), on the Monte area. Since 2011 it ages wines in terracotta amphorae, a technique already used by the Romans 2000 years ago. Also produces EVO oil. Guided 2 km trekking through historic vineyards.
One of Elba's most historic wineries, founded in 1860. Located in Lacona between the Gulf of Lacona and the Gulf of Stella. Produces Elba Red/White DOC, Aleatico Passito DOCG, Elba White passito and EVO oil from young and centuries-old olive trees.
Olive groves and
oil producers
Elba Island extra virgin olive oil falls under the Tuscan Extra Virgin Olive Oil IGP designation (Protected Geographical Indication). The main cultivars grown on the island are Frantoio, Leccino, Moraiolo and Pendolino, with often centuries-old olive trees planted on dry-stone terraces facing the sea.
The main production areas are the Marina di Campo plain, the Lacona area, Portoferraio (Schiopparello) and Bagnaia. Two private mills work Elba olives on the island: Podere Arduini in Mola (Capoliveri) and Costagli / Hotel La Feluca in Bagnaia (Rio).
Private olive mill of the Costagli family attached to Hotel La Feluca in Localita Bagnaia, hamlet of Rio. Extra virgin olive oil of Elba Island. Boutique hotel with hospitality between forest and sea.
Farm and agritourism of Fabrizio Galletti in Localita Schiopparello, 7 km from Portoferraio. The only Elba Island extra virgin olive oil certified IGP Toscano by the Consortium. Olives grown, harvested, milled and bottled on the island.
Estate of Gianluigi Rossi in Localita Valdana in Porto Azzurro. Certified organic extra virgin olive oil + IGP Toscano, helichrysum essential oil and Elba Bianco DOC wine. Strictly organic production from soil to bottle.
Organic agritourism in Localita Lacona (Capoliveri) run by Britta and Vittorio. Production and hospitality following organic methods: gardens, home-made bread and biscuits (~95% organic). Camping, apartments, farm restaurant and product market.
Estate of Luca Arduini with private olive mill in Localita Mola, Capoliveri. Production of extra virgin olive oil IGP Toscano of Elba Island. Direct sales at the farm, retail points on the island, shipping on request.
Farm and educational farm in Lacona (Capoliveri), founded about five years ago by Sara Esposito. Sheep farming, saffron cultivation and processing, production of fresh small cheeses and milk. Sustainable processes and responsible land management.
Apiaries and
honey producers
Elba Island honey is recognised as a Traditional Agricultural Food Product (PAT) and is part of the gastronomic identity of the Tuscan Archipelago. The five most distinctive types are rosemary, thistle, heather, chestnut and strawberry tree (corbezzolo) — the last one bitter, rare, produced only in autumn.
Family business founded in 1976 by Roberto Ballini in Cavo (Rio Marina), inside the Tuscan Archipelago National Park. Bees in 22 locations across the island, Park brand. Their rosemary honey was awarded "Best Honey in Italy" at the Montalcino national contest.
Tuscan Archipelago National Park brand: on Elba three estates are awarded the Park brand for honey production, a guarantee that processing takes place within the protected areas of the Tuscan Archipelago. Among them, the Apicoltura Ballini mentioned above.
Organic estates
and agritourisms
On Elba certified organic production is growing: organic EVO oil, agritourisms working the land with organic methods, rural hospitality in olive groves and estates. Below the estates that combine organic production + hospitality, verified from public sources.
Estate of Gianluigi Rossi in Localita Valdana in Porto Azzurro. Certified organic extra virgin olive oil + IGP Toscano, helichrysum essential oil and Elba Bianco DOC wine. Strictly organic production from soil to bottle.
Organic agritourism in Localita Lacona (Capoliveri) run by Britta and Vittorio. Production and hospitality following organic methods: gardens, home-made bread and biscuits (~95% organic). Camping, apartments, farm restaurant and product market.
Organic farm in Localita Buraccio, not far from Portoferraio. Goat farming and production of fresh cheeses and natural ice cream. Part of the Elba Taste Consortium, a network of producers valuing the authentic identity of the Elba territory.
Agricultural
experiences on the island
Elba's farms are not only places of production: they are experiences. From the harvest with the winemakers to picking olives in October, from a visit to the apiary to a tasting of the just-pressed oil. Experiences are seasonal and places often limited: booking in advance is always recommended.
Frequently
asked questions
Everything you need to know before visiting an Elba farm.
Can I buy oil and honey directly from producers?
Is Elba oil IGP or DOP?
Are the farms open all year round?
What does "Tuscan Archipelago National Park brand" mean?
Discover more about
Farms on Elba
Elba Island is home to several family-run farms that respect the land and tradition. Discover producers of wine, olive oil, honey, vegetables, herbs and preserves grown locally in harmony with nature.
Many farms offer direct sales, tastings, guided tours and farmhouse stays to let you fully experience the rural side of Elba.
A journey through flavor and simplicity for travelers who want to explore the island beyond its beaches.