Awards
The awards we have received, including Biol, L’Oro d'Italia, and the Milan International Olive Oil Award, are above all a recognition of the dedication and care that define our work between the olive groves and the olive mill.
Every award reflects rigorous choices, constant attention to detail, and a commitment to quality without compromise. We present them on this page not as a sales tool, but as evidence of a daily commitment: tangible confirmations of our respect for the land and its traditions.
Platinum Tasting Cup 2026 Coratina
Oleificio Cericola receives the Platinum Tasting Cup for the Coratina monocultivar at the Milan International Olive Oil Award 2026.
Gold Tasting Cup 2026 MIOOA
Oleificio Cericola received the Gold Tasting Cup at the Milan International Olive Oil Award 2026.
L’Oro del Mediterraneo Award 2026 – Coratina
Our Cericola Coratina Monocultivar received 1st Prize in the prestigious international competition dedicated to extra virgin olive oil.
L’Oro d’Italia Award 2026 – Coratina
Our Cericola Coratina Monocultivar won the 1st Prize in the prestigious national competition dedicated to extra virgin olive oil.
Forme dell’Olio 2026 – Platinum Award Coratina
We are honoured and deeply grateful to have received the Platinum Award for our de-stoned Coratina at the thirteenth edition of the competition dedicated to olive oil design, held within the prestigious setting of the Olio Officina Festival (22–24 January 2026).
Forme dell’Olio 2026 – Platinum Award Peranzana
We are honoured and deeply grateful to have received the Platinum Award for our de-stoned Peranzana at the thirteenth edition of the competition dedicated to olive oil design, held within the prestigious setting of the Olio Officina Festival (22–24 January 2026).
Bicchiere d’Oro, Organic 2024
We are honoured to have received the Bicchiere d’Oro (Gold Tasting Cup) at the Milan International Olive Oil Award for our de-stoned extra virgin olive oil “Terra”, produced exclusively from olives grown in our own groves.
L’Oro di Federico II, Organic 2024
This award relates to the 5th Regional Competition for Extra Virgin Olive Oils, held in Torremaggiore from 3 to 5 May 2024 — a three-day event dedicated to extra virgin olive oil, aimed at recognising the finest oils produced in Apulia.
L’Oro della Puglia, Coriana 2024
L’Oro della Puglia is a prestigious award dedicated to olive mills in Apulia, the leading extra virgin olive oil producing region in Italy. We were awarded 1st Prize for our “Coriana” cultivar from our high-density cultivation.
L’Oro del Mediterraneo, Arbequina 2024
At the 13th Mediterranean Extra Virgin Olive Oil Competition, we received 1st Prize for Arbequina, our high-density cultivar. The competition is organised by Olea, the Organisation of Olive Oil Experts and Tasters.
L’Oro d’Italia, Coriana 2024
At the 15th edition of the “L’Oro d’Italia” Competition, we received a Mention of Excellence for our single-variety “Coriana” olive oil in recognition of its “Intense Fruity” characteristics.
L’Oro del Mediterraneo, Arbequina 2023
At the 12th Mediterranean Extra Virgin Olive Oil Competition, we received a Commendation of Excellence. The competition is organised by Olea, the Organisation of Olive Oil Experts and Tasters.
L’Oro d’Italia, Quality Mention 2023
During the 14th edition of the “L’Oro d’Italia” Competition, we had the honour of receiving the Quality Mention in the Olive Mills category for our single-variety olive oil and its “Medium Fruity” characteristics.
Biol Gold Medals 2023, Arbequina
Our super-intensive organic Arbequina extra virgin olive oil was awarded a Gold Medal at the Biol Gold Medals 2023, a competition that brings together the finest organic extra virgin olive oils of the year.
Bicchiere d’Argento, Terra 2022
Our extra virgin olive oil “Terra” received the Bicchiere d’Argento (Silver Tasting Cup) at the Milan International Olive Oil Award, an award we celebrate and receive with deep gratitude.
Bicchiere d’Oro, Fuoco 2022
Our de-stoned extra virgin olive oil “Fuoco”, obtained solely from olives grown in our fields, was awarded the Bicchiere d’Oro (Gold Tasting Cup) at the Milan International Olive Oil Award, a recognition we received with great gratitude.
Bicchiere d’Oro, Terra 2021
One of our winning oils, Cericola Elements “Terra”, obtained the Bicchiere d’Oro (Gold Tasting Cup) at the Milan International Olive Oil Awards thanks to its “Mild Ripe Fruitiness” characteristics.
Bicchiere d’Oro, Aria 2021
One of our winning oils, Cericola Elements “Aria”, won the Bicchiere d’Oro (Gold Tasting Cup) during the Milan International Olive Oil Awards thanks to its “Mild Ripe Fruitiness” characteristics.
Bicchiere d’Argento, Fuoco 2021
The Bicchiere d'Argento (Silver Tasting Cup) was awarded to our Cericola Elements “Fuoco” oil thanks to its “Medium Green Fruitiness” characteristics during the Milan International Olive Oil Award 2021.
L’Oro di Federico II, 1st Prize Terra 2021
Our organic oil Cericola Elements “Terra” received the 1st Prize at the 2nd Regional Competition of Extra Virgin Olive Oils thanks to its “Light Fruity” characteristics in the “Olive Mills” section, together with a Praise of Merit.
L’Oro di Federico II, 1st Prize Coratina 2021
At the 2nd Regional Competition of Extra Virgin Olive Oils, held in Torremaggiore (FG), our Cericola Elements “Fuoco” Coratina obtained 1st Prize thanks to its “Medium Fruity” characteristics, together with a Praise of Excellence.
L’Oro della Puglia, 3rd Prize Coratina 2021
During the 13th edition of Oro della Puglia, our Coratina extra virgin olive oil received 3rd Prize in the Olive Mills section for its “Medium Fruity” characteristics.
L’Oro della Puglia, 1st Prize Terra 2021
L'Oro della Puglia is a prestigious recognition aimed at olive mills in the region. During its 13th edition, our organic oil Cericola Elements “Terra” received 1st Prize in the Olive Mills category.
L’Oro di Italia, 1st Prize Orobio
Cericola Elements “Terra” oil had the honour of receiving 1st Prize in the “Orobio” section thanks to its particular “Light Fruity” characteristics during the 12th Competition of Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oils.
L’Oro di Italia, 1st Prize Olive Mills
Our Cericola Elements “Terra” oil received 1st Prize in the “Olive Mills” section thanks to its “Light Fruity” characteristics in the 12th Competition of Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oils, together with a Mention of Merit.
L’Oro di Italia, Coratina 2021
At the 12th Competition of Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oils of L’Oro di Italia, we received a Praise of Excellence for our Coratina extra virgin olive oil and its “Medium Fruity” characteristics.
International Biol Award, Gold Coratina 2021
We are deeply grateful to announce that our Monovarietal Coratina oil received the gold medal during the 21st Edition of the International Biol Awards for the best extra virgin olive oil in the world.
Gourmet with Packaging, Silver 2021
At the eighth edition of Le Forme dell'Olio, held in Milan, we were awarded the Silver Award in the “Gourmet with Packaging” category.
Travel Oil, Gold 2021
During the eighth edition of the “Le Forme dell’Olio” awards in Milan, we had the honour of receiving the Gold Award in the “Travel Oils” section.
Bicchiere d’Oro, Aria 2020
In this edition, our Monovarietal Arbosana “Aria” oil won the Bicchiere d'Oro (Gold Tasting Cup) at the Milan International Olive Oil Award 2020 thanks to its “Mild Ripe Fruitiness” characteristics.
Bicchiere d’Argento, Coratina 2020
Cericola Elements Fuoco Coratina oil won the Bicchiere d'Argento (Silver Tasting Cup) thanks to its “Medium Green Fruitiness” qualities at the Milan International Olive Oil Award 2020.
High Honour of Financial Statement Award
At the 2nd edition of the Industria Felix Award, Oleificio Cericola was recognised among the Top 10 companies in Apulia for management performance and financial reliability within the agri-food sector.
Leone d’Oro, 1st Place Peranzana 2015
Oleificio Cericola’s Peranzana Oil ranked 1st for Extra Virgin Olive Oil in the “Light Fruity” category at the 2015 International Leone d’Oro dei Mastri Oleari Competition.
Leone d’Oro, Grand Mention Diploma Peranzana 2015
Oleificio Cericola obtained the Diploma of Grand Mention thanks to its De-stoned Peranzana Oil in the “Medium Fruity” category at the 2015 International Leone d’Oro dei Mastri Oleari Competition.
L’Oro di Italia, Peranzana 2014
At Oro d’Italia 2014, during the 5th edition of the Competition of Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oils, Oleificio Cericola’s De-stoned Peranzana had the honour of receiving a Quality Certificate in the “Light Fruity” category.
Gocce d’Oro, Coratina 2013
Oleificio Cericola’s Coratina Oil received a score of 4 drops out of 5, placing 3rd in the “Medium Fruity” category.
Gocce d’Oro, Peranzana 2013
Oleificio Cericola’s Peranzana Oil received a score of 4 drops out of 5, placing 2nd in the “Light Fruity” category.
