Pacchetelle of Pomodorino del Piennolo del Vesuvio DOP by Sammy are hand-packed fillets of Vesuvius cherry tomatoes in a 1062 ml glass jar with 925 g net weight, sold in cartons of 6 jars. Prepared according to the ancient Campanian 'a pacchetelle' recipe recognised by the DOP production rules, they deliver the thick skin, firm pulp and sweet-sour balance that make the Piennolo tomato a benchmark for contemporary pizza and Neapolitan seafood cooking.
What Are Pacchetelle of Piennolo del Vesuvio DOP Tomatoes
The Pomodorino del Piennolo del Vesuvio grows on the volcanic slopes of Mount Vesuvius, in Campania. The name 'piennolo' means 'hanging' in Neapolitan dialect: whole clusters are traditionally hung from ceilings and stored through the winter. The variety received the Protected Designation of Origin (DOP) in 2009.
'A pacchetelle' is the traditional family preserve of the Vesuvius area, included in the DOP production regulations: the tomatoes are cut into fillets, packed by hand into glass jars and pasteurised, so the fresh character of the fruit is available all year round.
The Producer: Sammy — Commerciale Export Srl, Pagani (Salerno)
Sammy is the brand of Commerciale Export Srl, based in Pagani, in the province of Salerno, in the heart of the Agro Sarnese-Nocerino. The company has family roots in tomato growing, the Sammy line was created in 2005, and it is a member of the Consorzio di Tutela del Pomodoro San Marzano dell'Agro Sarnese Nocerino. The range covers San Marzano DOP, datterini and Vesuvius Piennolo tomatoes.
Organoleptic Characteristics
Intense red colour, thick skin and compact, firm pulp; the flavour combines a marked sweetness with lively acidity, the signature of tomatoes grown on volcanic soil. The fillets keep their shape during cooking and release a dense, naturally sweet sauce.
Technical Specifications
Each glass jar contains 1062 ml with 925 g net weight of Pomodorino del Piennolo del Vesuvio DOP fillets. Nutrition per 100 g: 103 kJ / 24.6 kcal, fat 0.19 g (of which saturates 0.07 g), carbohydrates 5.10 g (of which sugars 3.80 g), protein 0.25 g, salt 0.08 g. No declared allergens. EAN 8059173020058.
Professional Uses in the Kitchen
- Contemporary Neapolitan pizza: spread the fillets on the base before baking at 430-485 °C for 60-90 seconds, or add them after baking for a fresher profile.
- Spaghetti al pomodorino del Piennolo: sauté briefly with garlic and extra virgin olive oil; the sauce comes together in minutes thanks to the dense pulp.
- Fish all'acqua pazza: the classic Campanian preparation with sea bream or sea bass, where the sweet-sour tomato enriches the broth.
- Gourmet bruschetta and crostini with oregano and extra virgin olive oil.
- Bases for seafood risotto and shellfish sauces that call for a tomato with character.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How long does an opened jar keep? Refrigerate at 0-4 °C and use within 3 days.
- Is it the same as San Marzano DOP? No: the Piennolo del Vesuvio DOP is a distinct denomination, with smaller fruit, thicker skin and a more marked sweet-sour contrast.
- Does it contain allergens? No allergens are declared on the label.
Delivery and Logistics
B2B and B2C delivery in Switzerland from the LAPA warehouse in Embrach (Zurich). Direct distribution with the LAPA fleet across Zurich, Winterthur, Uster, Schaffhausen, St. Gallen, Aargau, Bern and Basel. For Ticino (Lugano, Bellinzona, Locarno), French-speaking Switzerland (Geneva, Lausanne, Fribourg), Valais (Sion, Martigny) and Graubünden (Chur, Davos) shipping within 24-48 hours with partner couriers (Swiss Post, Planzer, Galliker). Ambient product: no cold chain required, ideal for stock orders.
Who It's For
Designed for pizzerias, Italian restaurants, gastronomies, hotels, delicatessens and Italian grocery stores, as well as private customers who want the authentic Vesuvius tomato at home. The 6-jar carton keeps food cost under control without compromising on a certified DOP ingredient. Over 1,500 chefs in Switzerland choose LAPA every morning.
