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Positive attribute of virgin olive oil, determined according to the intensity of perception. Set of olfactory sensations characteristic of the oil which is reminiscent of ripe fruit, depends on the variety of olive and comes from sound, fresh olives, green or ripe. It is perceived directly and/or through the back of the nose.
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Olive oil diplomacy: Embassies sample excellence at the IOC
MADRID, SPAIN / 03.02.2026
The International Olive Council (IOC) welcomed today a group of agricultural counsellors from several European embassies in Madrid for a dedicated virgin olive oil tasting session at its headquarters. The event was held at...
IOC Joins VI AOVE Forum Internacional
ALICANTE, SPAIN / 29.01.2026
Highlighting mediterranean cooperation in the olive sector The International Olive Council (IOC) is taking part in the VI AOVE Fórum Internacional – Fira de Tots Sants de Cocentaina, a key event promoting...
IOC Meets with Foreign Press in Madrid
MADRID, SPAIN / 27.01.2026
The International Olive Council (IOC) hosted a group of international journalists from the Foreign Correspondents’ Circle in Madrid for an in-depth exchange at its headquarters on Tuesday 27 January 2026. Executive...
