Two PONS oils among the ten best in Catalonia
La Fatarella was the setting yesterday for the first edition of the Best Extra Virgin Olive Oil of Catalunya Awards, an event that highlighted the excellence and diversity of the Catalan olive oil sector. Presided over by the Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries, and Food, Òscar Ordeig, the ceremony featured broad representation from the sector, as well as regional and local authorities.
The PONS family, through their JANIROC oils, was one of the day’s major highlights, receiving notable recognition for their commitment to quality, innovation, and sustainability. Two of their oils, JANIROC Koroneiki and JANIROC Arbequina, were selected among the ten best extra virgin olive oils of Catalunya, consolidating their position as leaders in the sector.
Awards obtained by JANIROC:
Top 10 Best Extra Virgin Olive Oils of Catalunya:
- JANIROC Koroneiki
- JANIROC Arbequina
Best Pairing:
- JANIROC Lecciana
- JANIROC Arbequina
Best Monovarietal EVOO:
- JANIROC Lecciana
- JANIROC Koroneiki
Best Organic EVOO:
- JANIROC Koroneiki
Best EVOO from Large Producers (Intense Green Fruity):
- JANIROC Koroneiki
Best EVOO from Large Producers (Medium Green Fruity):
- JANIROC Arbequina
Best EVOO from Large Producers (Light Green Fruity):
- JANIROC Lecciana
Best EVOO from Small Producers (Medium Green Fruity):
- JANIROC Varietal Garden
These accolades reaffirm the PONS family’s commitment to producing high-quality oils that not only stand out for their flavor and culinary excellence but are also a responsible and sustainable choice.
The passion, dedication, and family legacy that define JANIROC are reflected in every bottle, offering consumers a product that is much more than an ingredient: it is a tribute to tradition and innovation in the art of extra virgin olive oil production.
About JANIROC:
JANIROC is a brand that embodies excellence in the olive oil sector, combining traditional techniques with modern innovation to deliver extra virgin olive oils of unparalleled quality. Each product is the result of deep dedication to the land, sustainability, and a love for gastronomy.
The awards gala was an occasion to celebrate the effort and passion that drive Catalan producers, who continue to position Catalunya as a benchmark in the international olive oil landscape.