In a remarkable achievement for the world of olive oil production, the Sakellaropoulos organic olive groves have returned from Argentina with an impressive haul of 13 awards, bringing their total to an unprecedented 1,201 international accolades. This milestone marks a historic moment in the global olive oil industry, as it is the first time a producer from any country has surpassed the 1,200 award mark, setting a new world record.
This significant accomplishment was celebrated at the OLIVINUS International Olive Oil Competition, held in Mendoza, Argentina, from September 9 to 15, 2025. This competition is renowned for its rigorous tasting evaluations, attracting hundreds of olive oils from 195 companies across 21 countries. The challenge is particularly steep, as the olive oils from the Southern Hemisphere are notably fresh compared to those from other regions, which often have nearly a year of aging.
The Sakellaropoulos olive groves achieved 13 gold awards at the 19th OLIVINUS International Olive Oil Competition 2025. Among these prestigious recognitions were:
GRAND PRESTIGE GOLD
PRESTIGE GOLD
GOLD AWARD
- PLUS HEALTH GREEN evoo
- PLUS HEALTH BLUE evoo
- AGOURELAIO Early Harvest Organic
- GEMSTONE blend evoo
- SYLLEKTIKON Gourmet evoo
- ENSTAGMA Saffron & Sage
- ENSTAGMA Saffron & Rosemary
In a statement, George Sakellaropoulos expressed pride in this achievement, noting that it is rare for a Greek olive producer to receive such a high number of awards at the OLIVINUS competition, which has been held for 19 years. This recognition not only highlights the quality of the Sakellaropoulos organic and gastronomic olive oils but also elevates Greece and Sparta on the global olive oil map, showcasing the excellence of Greek organic olive cultivation.
This extraordinary recognition in Argentina signifies a remarkable milestone for the Sakellaropoulos olive groves, reinforcing their status as a leader in the olive oil industry and setting a benchmark for quality and excellence worldwide.
