Nine Years at the Top: Palacio de los Olivos Crowns the Spanish Picual Once Again

A recognition that rewards consistency Palacio de los Olivos EVOO has reaffirmed its status as an international benchmark by being named, once again, the best Picual oil in the world by the EVOO World Ranking.

The most striking aspect is not just the position itself, but the repetition: nine consecutive years leading a category where every harvest is different and competition is measured to the last detail, drop by drop.

Over 300 awards and a consolidated track record The oil is produced at Olivapalacios, a mill in La Mancha that has built its prestige through sustained results.

According to published reports, Palacio de los Olivos has accumulated more than 300 distinctions in top-tier competitions, with tastings evaluated by specialized juries in cities such as New York, Los Angeles, and Paris, among others.

This consistency has made it an essential name in the extra virgin olive oil landscape since the 2016-2017 season.

What lies behind: Origin, method, and a “green” commitment The brand attributes its performance to a combination of factors that cannot be improvised: a committed team, a meticulous production process, and carefully managed fieldwork.

This is where the territory plays a key role: their olive groves are located in the volcanic lands of Almagro (Ciudad Real).

The company highlights the application of innovative and ecological techniques as part of its strategy to achieve a maximum quality EVOO.

What it means for the consumer For the consumer, this type of ranking acts as a compass, indicating which producers maintain excellence season after season.

For the industry, it sends a clear message: staying at the top for so many years requires discipline, control over every stage, and a clear vision of what a great extra virgin olive oil should be.