Di Molfetta Pantaleo Wins 2026 NYIOOC Gold for Di Molfetta Frantoiani
The Puglia producer earned a Gold Award in New York for a medium Coratina extra virgin olive oil.
Olive Oil Times |
Puglia, Italy — Di Molfetta Pantaleo has been awarded a Gold at the 2026 NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition for the Di Molfetta Frantoiani brand.
"Winning a Gold Award at the NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition is an incredible honor and a powerful recognition of our commitment to excellence. This harvest demanded resilience—climate variability and timing were critical—but dedication in the grove and precision in the mill made the difference. Overcoming these challenges strengthened our team and our vision. This medal celebrates not only quality, but passion, perseverance, and deep respect for our land and heritage.," said Lucia Di Molfetta, Head of production at Di Molfetta Pantaleo.
Di Molfetta Frantoiani is a medium-intensity extra virgin olive oil produced from Coratina olives. The oil is distinguished by green almond notes alongside arugula and rosemary, with the cultivar’s characteristic structure shaping a balanced profile.
Di Molfetta Pantaleo traces its roots to Di Molfetta Oil Mill, a family venture that began in 1950 in the heart of Puglia. Now spanning three generations, the mill’s identity is closely tied to the region’s olive-growing heritage and to an approach that places craft and continuity at the center of production.
In the Olive Oil Times report “Culture Meets Quality at Di Molfetta Pantaleo,” the producers emphasized that building olive oil culture is essential to creating informed consumers and lasting value. The focus on education and quality has helped position Di Molfetta Pantaleo as a consistent presence among award-winning Italian producers.
The 2026 Gold continues a strong record at the NYIOOC for Di Molfetta Pantaleo, which has earned five Gold Awards overall. The producer’s recent performance includes Gold Awards in 2025, 2024, 2023 and 2022.
The NYIOOC Gold places Di Molfetta Frantoiani among the world’s elite extra virgin olive oils. In the Olive Oil Times World Ranking, Di Molfetta Pantaleo is ranked #33 in Italy, #71 in the Northern Hemisphere and #74 Worldwide.
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