Messinia, Greece — LIÁ Extra Virgin Olive Oil, the award-winning monovarietal EVOO from the southern Peloponnese, has been named Best in Class and Best of Greece at EVO IOOC 2025 — one of the world’s most prestigious international olive oil competitions, held annually in Italy.
This recognition affirms LIÁ’s place among the finest extra virgin olive oils globally, celebrated for its purity, flavor profile, and commitment to sustainable farming.
“We don’t chase awards. We chase quality —The rest follows naturally.” says founder Cristina Stribacu, who has led LIÁ from a small family grove in Messinia to global recognition across Europe, the U.S., and Asia.
Made exclusively from early-harvest Koroneiki olives, LIÁ is 100% monovarietal, cold-extracted, and sustainably farmed in the sun-drenched hills of southwestern Greece. Every bottle is filtered, bottled at origin, and carefully crafted to preserve the olive’s full aromatic range.
With its subtle bitterness, bright green fruitiness, and a silky finish, LIÁ has become a favorite among chefs, sommeliers, and olive oil judges — stocked in curated shops from London to New York.
This year’s “Best in Class” and “Best of Greece” awards follow a decade of international acclaim for LIÁ, reinforcing its role as an ambassador for the Greek olive oil tradition on the global table.
Tasting Notes – LIÁ Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Variety: 100% Koroneiki
Harvest: Early, green-harvest olives
Extraction: Cold-extracted, filtered
Origin: Messinia, Greece
Aroma
Fresh-cut grass, green olives, wild herbs, and a subtle touch of artichoke.
Taste Profile
Medium to intense fruitiness with balanced bitterness and a gentle peppery finish.
Elegant notes of unripe banana, tomato leaf, avocado, and a hint of green pepper emerge with finesse.
Mouthfeel
Smooth and silky, with a clean, persistent finish that leaves a refreshing green sensation.
Food Pairing Suggestions:
• Drizzle over tomato salads, grilled fish, or steamed greens
• Perfect for raw applications: carpaccio, burrata, or feta
• Enhances simple dishes like legumes, pasta, or even vanilla ice cream (yes, try it)
About LIÁ
Founded in 2012 by Cristina Stribacu, LIÁ is an estate-produced extra virgin olive oil from Messinia, Greece. Grown from a single variety (Koroneiki), harvested early, and pressed within hours, LIÁ is as much about purity of taste as it is about sustainable practices and timeless Greek terroir.
For more information, samples, or interviews:
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www.liaoliveoil.com
Available in select retailers across the US, UK, Europe & Asia.
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