AOVE World Cup
The statement issued in relation to the AOVE World Cup 2026 highlights a historic milestone for the Almodóvar del Campo olive sector, as it is confirmed that the oil «Almodóvar Pasture«, produced by the COVICAR cooperative, has won the prestigious title of Best Cornicabra in the World.
This recognition, framed in one of the most demanding competitions From the international perspective, it highlights the excellence and effort of the farmers in the Alcudia Valley region, consolidating their position in the elite of the gourmet market. The results report emphasizes that the AOVE World Cup It is not just a competition, but a global showcase that in this 2026 edition has once again positioned Spain as the undisputed benchmark for "liquid gold", highlighting the sensory quality and chemical purity of the award-winning oils.
The success of the Cornicabra variety in this international competition is especially relevant, as it demonstrates that the tradition and geoclimatic conditions of the province of Ciudad Real They are capable of producing a signature extra virgin olive oil with an intensity and balance capable of winning over the most rigorous juries on the planet.
Thanks to the visibility provided by the AOVE World CupThe local product from Almodóvar del Campo is now accessing new international markets and has been included in the exclusive Museum of Excellence, a space reserved for world champions that symbolizes the triumph of quality over mass production. This announcement therefore serves as a declaration of local pride and an economic boost for the region, reaffirming that a commitment to sustainability, early harvesting, and meticulous milling are the direct path to the international success guaranteed by this competition.
La AOVE World Cup It is a prestigious international competition, also known as the Extra Virgin Olive Oil World Cup, designed by the 48-karat platform to identify and reward absolute excellence in the olive oil sector. Unlike other competitions, this event is defined as a global media showcase that evaluates samples under strict criteria for sensory quality and authenticityawarding the winners the right to become part of the 48 Kilates Museum of Excellence. The competition encompasses various categories ranging from the best extra virgin olive oil in the world to distinctions for specific varieties (such as Picual, Empeltre or Cornicabra) and packaging design awards, always seeking to connect the most exceptional producers with high-level consumers and distributors of premium markets in the whole planet.
