A family story
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It all started in Nîmes, when Gilbert Cauvin took over the activity of Sauveur Chauvet, a cooper by trade, who in 1930 had begun curing olives before engaging in the production of a cooking oil of recognised quality.
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The harvest is compromised by the great winter freeze and the oil mill is forced to shut down. Gilbert Cauvin, the founder's son-in-law, continues production using crops obtained from other local olive oil makers. Curious and innovative, he travels around the region in search of the noblest products.
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The oil mill turns to the production and trading of other oils, which it markets to professional customers (the food industry, restaurateurs, etc.).
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Gérard Cauvin takes over the reins of the company. Initiated since childhood into the ritual of tasting, he explores the Mediterranean in search of quality products with an unusual taste.
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The brand is introduced in local supermarkets.
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Serge Filhol takes over the management of the company and develops its activities, supplying large national retailers with a wide and innovative range of oils. The first organic products are also launched.
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2016-2017: A new 15,000-m2 factory is built.
The company is the first in the sector to obtain PME+ (For a More Committed World) certification for its SER (Social and Environmental Responsibility) approach.
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The Cauvin adventures continues with Christan Port president, Pascale and Patric Filhol co-shareholders and Stéphane Jullian executive officer.
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Cauvin celebrates its 70th anniversary!