Oleificio Cericola awarded at Olio Officina Festival
The new Coratina and Peranzana bottles received the Platinum “Forme dell’Olio” Award during the 15th edition of the OlioOfficina Festival, a project curated by Luigi Caricato to promote a strong and enduring olive oil culture.
The jury awarded the highest recognition in the category dedicated to bottles without external packaging — an important achievement for Oleificio Cericola, accepted by Veronica and Pietro Leone, celebrating the company’s quality, identity, and commitment to innovation.
A collection distinguished by its personality and aesthetic coherence, expressing a strong and recognisable identity capable of enhancing a premium product through design refined in every detail. Every choice reflects a clear intention: to give form to an olive oil rooted in the land while looking confidently towards the future.
Platinum Award Peranzana and Coratina Gourmet Oils
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Innovation as a Driver of Growth
During the event, particular attention was also given to innovation, a central element in the vision of Oleificio Cericola.Special mention was made of the de-stoner patented by Pietro Leone, a symbol of continuous research aimed at improving both quality and efficiency.
Alongside this stands the company’s commitment to high-density olive cultivation, representing a modern and sustainable approach to olive growing.
Platinum “Forme dell’Olio” Award
Pietro Leone presents the “Best Person of the Year 2025” award to David Hoyles
One of the most significant moments of the Festival was the presentation of the “Best Person of the Year 2025” award to David Hoyles, founder of The English Olive Co., a pioneering company in olive cultivation in England.
The award was presented by Pietro Leone to celebrate the courage and determination of someone who chose to invest in an ambitious project within a challenging and largely unexplored environment, opening new perspectives for international olive cultivation.
In his speech, David recounted years of study and experimentation, emphasising that the greatest value of his journey lies not only in the entrepreneurial achievement itself, but also in the relationships built along the way.
Photo of David Hoyles’ award ceremony – ©MediaAmbience
