🍝 About Alberto Poiatti
Alberto Poiatti S.p.A. is a family-owned Sicilian pasta producer with a passionate dedication to regional tradition and quality. Located in Santa Venerina, at Mount Etna's foothills, the company has been crafting premium pasta since it acquired the historic “G&G Grasso” mill in 1985.
📜 History & Values
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Founded by Alberto Poiatti, the business was built upon a legacy of artisanal pasta-making dating back to the late 19th century .
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With support from his wife and sons, Domenico and Riccardo, the brand expanded significantly, inaugurating a modern facility in 2000 to nearly quadruple daily production—from 10 to 40 tons.
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Rooted in Sicilian identity, the company prioritizes authenticity, environmental harmony, and respect for the agricultural heritage of the Mount Etna region.
🧁 Product Range
Today, Alberto Poiatti markets a diverse portfolio of pasta and related products:
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Classic lines: timeless shapes like spaghetti, penne, fusilli, and caserecce.
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Specialty & whole grain pastas: including egg pasta, bran-rich options, and celebration formats.
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Premium “Pasta Etna” line: made from 100% Sicilian high-protein durum wheat, vacuum-kneaded, bronze-drawn, and slowly dried—certified by DNV-GL for regional origin.
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Additional offerings: couscous, semolina, flours, sauces, and tomato passatas .
🌱 Quality & Innovation
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"Pasta Etna" specifically reflects a commitment to terroir: crafted with water from Etna springs, bronze extrusion for porous texture, and slow drying to preserve nutrients and flavor.
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The company champions 0 km philosophy—using locally grown Sicilian wheat varieties like Maestà, Don Matteo, and Iride—and sustainable practices across production processes.
🌍 Scale & Reach
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Operating on a ~50,000 m² site, staffed by ~35 core employees, the plant is equipped with multiple high-tech production lines, 11 packaging units, and automated logistics.
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In 2020, it produced some 38,000 tons of pasta with revenue of over €22.5 million, supplying both branded and private-label goods.
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Distribution extends throughout Italy—with strong focus on Sicily—and exports to global markets across Europe, North America, Australia, and Brazil .
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+39 347 31 63 733