In the world of extra virgin olive oil, the trend toward single-variety (monovarietal) oils is gaining momentum — not simply as a niche, but as a symbol of terroir, biodiversity and authenticity. The 23rd edition of the Rassegna Nazionale degli Oli Monovarietali, organised by AMAP – Agenzia per l’Innovazione del Settore Agroalimentare e della Pesca, opens a fresh window into this movement, reaffirming the value of heritage olive-varieties and offering insights relevant to Mediterranean producers beyond Italy
Biodiversity at the core
he Rassegna is driven by the aim to valorise Italy’s olive-varietal heritage: each variety expresses its unique profile in aroma, flavour and chemical composition according to its genetic origin and environment. olimonovarietali.it+1 For Mediterranean exporters, this means that cultivating and marketing single-variety oils can offer stronger differentiation in global markets.
Science meets promotion
Participants in the 23rd edition will submit samples between 29 October and 16 December 2025 (first phase) and 14 January to 7 February 2026 (second phase) for both sensory (Panel) and chemical testing. AgroInnovation Agency+1 The analytical data are processed by the IBE‑CNR of Bologna, contributing to a database for organoleptic and nutritional profiling. For Greek producers, having comparable data can help claim provenance, quality and uniqueness in third-party markets.
Commercial window & export relevance
In 2026 the event will feature participation in the Evolio Expo (Bari, 29–30–31 January 2026), providing a commercial forum for selected oils that scored at least 7 in the Panel test. l’OlivoNews+1 For brands like MediTaste, the lesson is clear: investing in traceability and distinct varietal identity can unlock international trade opportunities, especially in markets that value authenticity and origin.
Conclusion
As the Mediterranean agri-food sector evolves, single-variety olive oils are becoming more than product variants—they reflect story, place and producer. Whether Greek or Italian, oils that embrace their varietal roots and transparent production chains stand out. The Rassegna shows that the future lies in identity, data-driven quality and export readiness.
At MediTaste, this resonates directly with our mission: to connect Mediterranean taste with global insight.
Source: https://olivonews.it/en/torna-rassegna-nazionale-degli-oli-monovarietali/
