Fontclara Argudell EVOO wins international ESAO award

Fontclara's Argudell Extra Virgin Olive Oil ranks as the second-best oil in Catalonia in the 7th edition of the ESAO Awards.

Fontclara's winning oil, of the Argudell variety, was selected from a distinguished group of EVOO producers and bottlers as the second-best in Catalonia. The award, given by the prestigious Escuela Superior del Aceite de Oliva, recognises Fontclara's work in producing organic oils that bring together the flavours, aromas and, ultimately, the essence of the land where they're made: the Empordà.

The ESAO Awards are held annually, and from them the ESAO Guide is compiled, gathering together the best oils in the world.

But this isn't the only award Fontclara's Argudell EVOO has received throughout its history. It also holds the silver medal at the EVOO International Olive Oil Contest and at the Berlin Global Olive Oil Awards. It also earned the highest distinction at the London Olive Oil Competition and the Dubai Olive Oil Competition 2022.

This single variety, native to the Empordà, is made using traditional, organic methods. After a meticulous manual selection process of olives picked green, this flavourful, velvety oil is produced — persistent, intense and rich in nuance. It pairs well both cold and cooked, with sweet vegetables, red meats, oily fish, and even stews and fried dishes.

The long list of distinctions Fontclara holds, led by Swiss businessman Roland Zanotelli, reaffirms the excellence of its EVOOs and cements its standing both nationally and internationally.