Gold Medal Awarded!

HEARTchest: another gold medal won. 🏅

Porca de Murça (Judia Chestnut) Olive Oil, developed within the HEARTCHEST project, has been awarded the Gold Medal at the EVO IOOC Italy 2025, one of the world's most prestigious international competitions dedicated to extra virgin olive oils and flavoured olive oils. đź«’ 


Held annually in Italy, the EVO IOOC brings together producers from around the world and evaluates their products through an international panel of expert tasters, recognising those that stand out for their sensory excellence, quality, and innovation. 

This international recognition highlights the quality, innovation, and value of products from Trás-os-Montes, bringing together olive oil and the Judia chestnut. 🌰 

This achievement reinforces the international recognition of innovative products that celebrate the region's agri-food heritage and excellence. 

👏 Congratulations to the entire team!