Di Molfetta Pantaleo Celebrate Third-Straight NYIOOC Accolade

Italian producer Di Molfetta Pantaleo has triumphed at the 2024 NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition, earning an award for its medium-intensity Coratina.

Winning this desired prize and achieving this desired goal in the face of obstacles and competition is an affirmation of our hard work.

Lucia Di Molfetta, marketing manager

The Apulian company, situated in the heart of Italy's largest producing region, celebrated its third consecutive Gold Award for its Frantoiani brand.

"Winning this desired prize and achieving this desired goal in the face of obstacles and competition is an affirmation of our hard work," marketing manager Lucia di Molfetta said. "It's always delightful to be given any award because it's a sign of recognition and shows that other people really like your product."

Di Molfetta Pantaleo harvested 60,000 tons of organic olives in the 2023/24 crop year using traditional methods.

Despite the additional oversight and costs associated with organic farming, Di Molfetta said they are worth the challenges they present in producing high-quality extra virgin olive oil.

"Being an organic producer and following the rules for all products ensures their integrity and quality, making it more desirable for health-conscious consumers," she said. "We try to be more sustainable every year and pay close attention to the quality from the plant to the final product."

The NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition is the world's preeminent olive oil quality contest. Its annual list of award winners is the authoritative guide to the world's best olive oils and the dedicated producers who craft them.

The complete list of winners can be viewed in the Official Guide to the World's Best Olive Oils.