Madrid, Spain, January 16, 2024 Espacio Rastro Madrid set the stage for the Gala of the International Quality Awards for Extra Virgin Olive Oil—EVOOLEUM Awards, the paramount international celebration of extra virgin olive oil. Luis Planas, the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Food, welcomed esteemed producers from all over the world to the event. In a remarkable achievement, the EVOOLEUM ABSOLUTE BEST award for the best extra virgin olive oil in the world was bestowed upon the South African EVOO, De Rustica Estate Collection Coratina. This edition featured 61 Spanish extra virgins in the TOP100.

Representing De Rustica Estate at the EVOOLEUM Top 100 Gala on January 16, 2024, Ignacio Segura had the honour of accepting accolades on behalf of the company, presented by Luis Planas, the Minister of Agriculture of the Government of Spain, which culminated in De Rustica Estate being presented with the prestigious award for the best extra virgin olive oil in the world.

This outstanding accomplishment underscores De Rustica’s dedication and again confirms that SA Olive producers are producing exceptional olive oils at the highest of international standards. The recognition from EVOOLEUM reaffirms the brand’s commitment to excellence, positioning De Rustica Estate as a global leader in the olive oil industry.

De Rustica Estate extends sincere gratitude to the EVOOLEUM Awards, the competition organisers, the jury, and all contributors to this remarkable recognition. The company is excited to continue its tradition of excellence and deliver premium olive oils to consumers worldwide.

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