What It Means to Win Gold at the NYIOOC

Every spring, olive oil producers from around the world submit their finest harvests to the New York International Olive Oil Competition (NYIOOC) — the largest and most prestigious olive oil quality contest in the world. For many, winning a Gold Medal at this competition is the highest honor in the industry. But what does that recognition really mean? And why should it matter to you, the person drizzling oil over fresh bread, salads, and Sunday dinners?

What Is the NYIOOC?

The NYIOOC is the world’s leading olive oil competition, held annually in New York City. It brings together expert tasters from across the globe to evaluate extra virgin olive oils in a blind, rigorous judging process. With more than 1,000 entries each year from over 25 countries, the competition sets the standard for excellence in the industry.

Why a Gold Medal Matters

A Gold Medal at the NYIOOC means that an oil has been judged as one of the best in the world — based solely on its sensory qualities. This includes the oil’s aroma, fruitiness, bitterness, pungency, balance, and overall complexity. No branding, packaging, or pricing influences the result. Just the oil, as it is.

Winning a Gold Medal isn’t easy. It requires excellence at every step of the process: cultivating healthy olives, harvesting at the perfect moment, pressing with precision, and storing with care. Most importantly, the oil must be free from defects — a rarity in a world where many bottles labeled “extra virgin” fall short of the standard.

What It Means for You

When you choose a Gold Medal winner from the NYIOOC, you’re choosing:

• Authenticity — True extra virgin olive oil, not a blend or a label trick.
• Freshness — Pressed quickly after harvest to preserve flavor and nutrients.
• Excellence — Judged by experts, celebrated on the global stage.
• Trust — A product with nothing to hide, only something to offer.

In a market full of mass-produced and mislabeled oils, this distinction helps you identify the real thing — the kind of olive oil that elevates every meal.

Our Gold Medal Winner: Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil

We are honored to share that our Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil was awarded a Gold Medal at the NYIOOC. Produced in Campania, Italy, this oil reflects generations of tradition and a deep respect for the land. With notes of almond, tomato, and herbs, it’s as flavorful as it is pure.

This recognition is more than a medal — it’s a reflection of our commitment to crafting olive oil the right way: with patience, integrity, and passion.

From our Organic EVOO to our infused favorites like Limonolio and Piccantolio, we invite you to taste the difference that care makes.

Experience our award-winning olive oil and bring a little bit of Campania to your table.