Chiavalon’s olive oil experience named best in Europe
- by croatiaweek
- in Food & Wine
Chiavalon oil groves and mill from Vodnjan, Istria, have once again been recognised as the best olive oil hospitality in Europe.
At the prestigious Premio Il Magnifico awards ceremony, dedicated to the top extra virgin olive oil producers in Europe, Chiavalon was awarded Best Oil Hospitality 2025.
This marks the second year in a row that the Croatian olive oil producer has received this honour, further cementing its reputation as a leading destination for olive oil tourism.
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“We are proud to announce that we have once again won the Best European Hospitality award for 2025,” Chiavalon said in a statement on their Facebook page.
“This award is not just a recognition of our hard work and passion for creating a unique experience for visitors every day. It belongs to all of us – our family, our dedicated team, and our community, which has worked hard to promote olive farming and educate guests from around the world about Istrian olive oil.
We are honoured to represent Istria and Vodnjan in the best possible way and to have our work recognised across Europe. This award is not just a reward for our past efforts but also a motivation to keep improving, innovating, and promoting the gastronomy, culture, and natural beauty of our region.”
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Chiavalon has a strong history of success at the Premio Il Magnifico awards. Three years ago, they won the prestigious Il Magnifico award, often called the “Olive Oscar”, for the best olive oil company.
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Two years ago, they were named Best of the North Adriatic Region and made it into the top three finalists.
With this latest accolade, Chiavalon continues to put Istria on the map as a must-visit destination for olive oil lovers.
