The Croatian producer earned a Gold Award for a medium-intensity extra virgin olive oil marked by peppery spice and bitter almond notes.
Olive Oil Times |
Croatia — Dida Žele has been awarded a Gold at the 2026 NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition for the Dida Žele Blend brand.
Dida Žele Blend is an extra virgin olive oil of medium intensity. The profile opens with a clean peppery edge and bright radish-like pungency, carried by a measured bitterness that recalls bitter almond and a lingering spice on the finish.
Dida Žele is a Croatian producer focused on high-quality extra virgin olive oil.
The NYIOOC Gold places Dida Žele Blend among the world’s elite extra virgin olive oils. In the Olive Oil Times World Ranking, Dida Žele is ranked #54 in Croatia, #124 in the Northern Hemisphere and #127 Worldwide.
The NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition, widely regarded as the world’s leading olive oil quality contest, is a trusted reference for consumers and industry professionals.