OLIVINUS OLIVINUS
20th Edition · Mendoza, Argentina

International Extra Virgin Olive Oil Contest

Twenty years honoring the world's best extra virgin olive oils, blind-tasted by an international panel of expert judges.

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About the contest

Twenty years rewarding excellence in olive oil

Every year OLIVINUS brings together producers from around the world and an international panel of expert tasters, following the International Olive Council (IOC) tasting protocol, to recognize the finest extra virgin olive oils across four medal categories and three special contests.

—Samples awarded
—Countries awarded
35International judges
Categories

Four medals, three special contests

Grand Gold Prestige

The contest's highest distinction.

Gold Prestige

Outstanding excellence.

Gold

Recognized superior quality.

Special Awards

Prizes for particular merits.

EVOO-based flavored oils

Flavored oils and condiments made from extra virgin olive oil.

Kids' Selection

A children's jury chooses their favorite oils.

Packaging

Packaging design and presentation.
International jury

35 judges from around the world blind-tasting every sample

International tasters and experts apply the International Olive Council tasting panel to ensure a rigorous and impartial evaluation.

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Mendoza, Argentina