Handcrafted. Always. — Since 1877, the Provolone that conquered the world
Some products speak for themselves. Since 1877, Auricchio has been crafting Provolone according to an exclusive recipe — unchanged, uncompromised, unmistakable. LAPA is proud to partner with Auricchio, bringing the finest Italian cheese tradition to restaurants, delis, and food professionals across Switzerland.
As a Swiss B2B food wholesaler specialised in Italian products, we hold our suppliers to the highest standards: verified origin, consistent quality, reliable delivery. Auricchio meets every benchmark — with over a century of proof.
A Legendary History
In 1877, at the foot of Mount Vesuvius in San Giuseppe Vesuviano, Gennaro Auricchio developed an exclusive recipe that would make his surname synonymous with Provolone worldwide. From that small Campanian workshop to today’s headquarters in Cremona (Via Dante, 27), Auricchio has grown into an international company with operations in Italy, the United States, and Spain.
In 2017, for its 140th anniversary, the Italian Ministry of Economic Development issued a dedicated commemorative stamp. Gennaro Auricchio S.p.A. holds the official title of Impresa Storica d’Italia — Historic Enterprise of Italy — a designation awarded only to companies with a proven, multi-generational track record of excellence.
The company is committed to sustainability: animal welfare, environmental responsibility, and full supply chain transparency are embedded in every stage of production.
The Auricchio Group
Beyond the Auricchio brand, the group includes prestigious names available in our catalogue:
- Locatelli — Pecorino Romano PDO
- Giovanni Colombo — Traditional Italian cheeses
- Gloria — Sardinian Pecorino and sheep’s milk specialities
- Ceccardi — Artisan cheese specialities
- Riserva Esclusiva — Parmigiano Reggiano PDO
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The Iconic Products
Provolone Auricchio
The flagship product: Dolce, Piccante, Giovane, Affumicato, and Stravecchio. Available as thin slices, salami-format, or large cuts. A dense, creamy pulled-curd texture with a flavour profile that has remained consistent since 1877 — distinctive at first taste, impossible to forget.
PDO Pecorini and Sardinian Cheeses
Pecorino Romano PDO (whole wheel, wedges, grated), Collesardo (Classico, Su Sardu, Dolce), Moliterno, Bucaro Pepato, and Primo Sale. Cheeses shaped by genuine pastureland and careful ageing — bold, authentic, memorable.
Italian PDO Cheeses
Gorgonzola PDO San Giorgio with deep blue veining, Taleggio PDO with its blush rind and melting centre, Parmigiano Reggiano PDO aged 24 months. Plus Gorgonzola and Parmigiano spreads — ready-to-use, professional-kitchen-friendly.
Fresh Cheeses and Specialities
Mascarpone, Ricotta, Salted Sheep’s Ricotta, Caciotta Ovina Saracino, Caciotta Novella with Red Pepper, Buffalo Camembert with Truffle. A range that captures the full breadth of Italian dairy craftsmanship.
What LAPA Sources from Auricchio
Auricchio is one of LAPA’s core suppliers. We stock over 25 different references on a regular basis — from whole wheels to portioned pieces, from freshly grated cheese to truffle specialities. All are part of our catalogue of over 2,000 Italian products:
Fresh Cheeses
- Mascarpone — 500g (our most-ordered product)
- Ricotta — 250g
- Ricotta Salata Ovina — ~700g vacuum-packed
- Buffalo Camembert with Truffle — 150g
Italian PDO Cheeses
- Gorgonzola PDO San Giorgio — 1/8 ~1.5 Kg
- Taleggio PDO Whole Form — pc. 2 Kg
- Parmigiano Reggiano PDO 24 months — pc. 200g
- Gorgonzola Cream — tub 150g
- Parmigiano Reggiano Cream — tub 150g
Pecorini
- Pecorino Romano PDO Grated — 1 Kg
- Pecorino Romano PDO Wedges — 250g and 2 Kg
- Pecorino Romano Whole Wheel — Black Rind 26 Kg
- Pecorissimo Grated — 80g
- Collesardo Classico — 200g and 2 Kg
- Collesardo Su Sardu — 200g and 3 Kg
- Collesardo Dolce Gloria — 2 Kg
- Su Sardu Crosta Fiorita — pc. 2.5 Kg
- Moliterno — pc. 3 Kg
- Moliterno with Truffle — pc. 3 Kg
- Bucaro Pepato — 250g and 6 Kg
- Pecorino del Monte Gloria — 180g
Provolone
- Provolone Dolce Salame — pc. 6 Kg
- Provolone Classico Salame — pc. 6 Kg
- Provolone Stravecchio Sliced — ~5 Kg
- Provolone Caciocavallo — pc. 1.6 Kg
- Thin Slices Dolce — 100g
- Thin Slices Piccante — 100g
- Thin Slices Smoked — 100g
Sheep’s Milk Caciotte
- Caciotta Saracino — 2 Kg
- Caciotta Novella Red Pepper — 2 Kg
Why LAPA chose Auricchio
With over 145 years of history, the Impresa Storica d’Italia designation, and a range spanning from legendary Provolone to PDO Pecorini, Gorgonzola to Taleggio, Auricchio is the benchmark partner for anyone serious about Italian cheese. LAPA stocks over 25 references consistently — because your customers deserve authenticity, delivered reliably, every week.
Ready to explore the full range? Contact us at +41 76 361 70 21 — our team is available to help you find the right product for your business.
Gennaro Auricchio S.p.A. — Via Dante, 27 — 26100 Cremona — P.IVA 01037190196 — auricchio.it