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Is Italian olive oil better than Spanish olive oil? Even the Financial Times surprisingly opts for Spain
Many people automatically think of Italy when they think of premium olive oil. Tuscany, Umbria, and colorful labels have for years shaped the image of what the best extra virgin olive oil should be. But is that actually true? In the summer of 2026, the Financial Times, just after we published our own article "How Italian is Italian olive oil really?" at the end of June, published a striking article titled “Sorry, but Spanish olive oil is far superior to Italian.” That might sound provocative, and on social media, the discussion flared up about whether Greek, Italian, Turkish, or Spanish...
How Italian is Italian olive oil, really?
When people think of good extra virgin olive oil, many automatically think of Italy. Tuscany, Umbria, or Puglia immediately conjure images of rolling hills, ancient olive trees, and artisanal producers. However, the reality is more surprising than many people realize. A significant portion of the olive oil sold worldwide as Italian olive oil is, in fact, entirely or partially sourced from Spain. This does not mean that Italian olive oil is bad. On the contrary. But it does show how the international olive oil market truly operates. As the owner of Casa Gomez, I regularly visit producers in Spain. My...
Which olive oil is best? A brief explanation of Spanish extra virgin olive oil.
Are you looking for the best olive oil , genuine Spanish olive oil , or simply the tastiest olive oil for cooking ? You're not alone. More and more people are specifically seeking high-quality extra virgin olive oil, especially from Spain, and for good reason. Spain is the world's largest producer and is known for olive oils of unparalleled flavor and quality. In this article, we explain what to look for, which olive oil is best suited to your kitchen, and why Casa Gomez Spanish olive oil is an excellent choice for both cold use and for frying and roasting....
2025/2026 Spanish olive oil harvest: a preview for extra virgin olive oil
After a wet spring, the 2025/26 Spanish olive oil harvest looked promising, but a hot, dry summer dampened optimism. Andalusia's official forecast (aforo) estimates national production at around 1.44 million tons, slightly lower than 2024/25 but above the five-year average. The sector remains stressed: stocks are low and prices are strongly influenced by autumn rainfall.