Product Offerings
Products:
Traditional Pasta: Spaghetti, Fusilli, Rigatoni, Paccheri
Specialty Pasta: Caccavella (giant shell), Calamarata, Ziti
Gluten-Free Pasta: Various gluten-free pasta options
La Fabbrica della Pasta di Gragnano S.r.l., based in the historic town of Gragnano, Italy—known as the “City of Pasta”—is a premier artisanal pasta manufacturer committed to preserving the centuries-old pasta-making tradition. Renowned for its dedication to craftsmanship, high-quality raw materials, and distinctive product design, the company has emerged as a global ambassador of authentic Italian pasta.
Core Business
La Fabbrica della Pasta specializes in the production of high-end artisanal pasta using bronze die extrusion and slow drying methods. Operating from the heart of Italy’s pasta district, the company serves both retail and gourmet markets with a diverse product line ranging from traditional shapes to unique, specialty items.
Product and Service Offerings
The company’s product portfolio includes:
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Traditional Pasta:
- Spaghetti
- Fusilli
- Rigatoni
- Paccheri
- Penne Rigate
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Specialty Pasta:
- Caccavella (giant shell pasta, one of the largest pasta formats in the world)
- Calamarata (ring-shaped pasta)
- Ziti and Cannelloni
- Regional specialties and festive formats
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Gluten-Free Pasta:
- Made from corn and rice flours
- Certified and safe for celiac consumption
Products are packaged in elegantly designed boxes, gift sets, and bulk catering formats, supporting both premium retail channels and foodservice operations.
Specialisation and Core USP
La Fabbrica della Pasta’s unique value proposition lies in:
- Using only 100% Italian durum wheat semolina and water from the Monti Lattari spring, ensuring exceptional taste and texture.
- Bronze die extrusion, which gives the pasta a rough surface that holds sauce better.
- Slow drying at low temperatures, preserving nutritional value and digestibility.
- Gourmet presentation, making the pasta suitable for upscale gift markets and luxury retailers.
The company holds the prestigious PGI (Protected Geographical Indication) Pasta di Gragnano certification, authenticating its heritage and traditional production method.
Financial Strength
While specific financial data is not publicly available, La Fabbrica della Pasta has demonstrated consistent business growth indicators:
- Export Share: Over 65% of total production
- Presence in 40+ countries
- Private Label Partnerships with gourmet retailers and international luxury food distributors
The firm operates with a boutique manufacturing model focused on premium markets rather than mass volume, supporting higher margins and brand equity.
Shipment and Export Data
According to industry trade and export data:
- Annual Export Shipments: 600+ across multiple continents
- Primary Markets: United States, Germany, Japan, UAE, Canada, France
- Top Exported Products: Caccavella, Paccheri, Gluten-Free Pasta, Gift Pack Sets
The company's products are featured in high-end food stores, gourmet sections of department stores, and online specialty food marketplaces.
Target Market
La Fabbrica della Pasta serves a niche but premium market, including:
- Gourmet Retailers and Delicatessens
- High-End Restaurants and Chefs
- Luxury Gift Retailers
- Specialty and Organic Food Chains
- Distributors for Gluten-Free and Celiac-Friendly Products
Its visually striking packaging and culinary quality appeal to both food connoisseurs and gift buyers.
Capabilities
The company’s production facility in Gragnano includes:
- Artisanal pasta-making lines with traditional bronze dies
- Temperature-controlled slow-drying rooms
- Dedicated gluten-free production facility (certified)
- On-site quality assurance and packaging customization
Despite its artisan approach, the company has streamlined production logistics to support international distribution efficiently.
Certifications and Compliance
La Fabbrica della Pasta maintains multiple certifications to ensure product quality and regulatory compliance:
- PGI “Pasta di Gragnano” Certification
- Gluten-Free Certification
- IFS Food Certified
- Kosher Certification (product-specific)
- EU and FDA Compliant for Export
These certifications assure partners and consumers of the company's authenticity, safety, and adherence to global standards.
Customer Testimonials
“The Caccavella pasta has become a centerpiece of our gourmet range—both visually stunning and delicious.”
— Gourmet Retailer, USA
“Authentic taste, extraordinary quality. It’s the kind of pasta that brings back memories of Italy.”
— Chef de Cuisine, Michelin-Starred Restaurant, Germany
Major Achievements
- First pasta company to industrially produce Caccavella, one of the largest pasta formats globally
- Award-winning packaging design for its luxury pasta gift sets
- Featured in major international food expos including SIAL Paris and TuttoFood Milan
- Expanded gluten-free pasta line, gaining entry into health food sectors
- Official recognition as one of the ambassadors of Pasta di Gragnano PGI, upholding Italy’s culinary heritage
La Fabbrica della Pasta di Gragnano stands as a beacon of Italian excellence, crafting pasta that combines tradition, innovation, and global appeal with every bite.