FORBES. Spain’s Palacio de los Olivos Named World’s Best Picual for the Ninth Time
Spanish extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) Palacio de los Olivos has once again placed the Picual variety at the pinnacle of the international stage. For the ninth consecutive year, it has been recognized as the Best Picual in the World according to the EVOO World Ranking. — Forbes Spain
Behind this achievement lies Olivapalacios, a mill from La Mancha that has made consistency its hallmark.
This is not an isolated award, but rather a sustained trajectory in which the oil has accumulated more than 300 medals in national and international competitions, evaluated by panels of expert tasters in cities as diverse as New York, Paris, Berlin, Tokyo, and London.
This constant recognition is a clear sign of something sometimes overlooked in such a competitive sector:
true excellence does not depend on a single brilliant harvest, but on a way of working year after year.
The firm itself attributes this success to a combination of factors that, when aligned, make all the difference: a committed team, a production process meticulous in every detail, and rigorous work in the olive grove.
In their case, the environment also stands out: their groves are settled on the volcanic lands of Almagro (Ciudad Real), and the company emphasizes its commitment to sustainable and environmentally friendly techniques.
Beyond the headline, this news reinforces a powerful idea for the consumer: Spanish high-end EVOO does not just compete; it leads. For the industry, it serves as a reminder that sustained quality requires discipline, technical expertise, and innovation, all while never losing sight of one’s origin.