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/ Our magazine / Scorciabove Estate: simple, genuine, good, organic tomato.
Are you a lover of tomato and its aroma? Then it’s time to get to know Tenuta Scorciabove, a brand of the Società Agricola Apulia Verde from Lucera, in the province of Foggia, in the northern area of Puglia that includes Gargano, the Dauni mountains, and the Tavoliere delle Puglie. The history of Tenuta Scorciabove features a family, the Rossi family, who for many generations has carried on the agricultural tradition and, most importantly, the cultivation of a fruit that is very dear to us, the tomato. Let’s explore their story and the products they have decided to bring to our tables!
The story of Tenuta Scorciabove began in the 1970s, when tractors were plowed at night and there was no radio for company, only memories and dreams. It was the grandfather, at that time, who passed on to his children and then to his grandchildren the passion for agricultural work and the tricks of the trade, all the love he had for the land and his dedication to work. In those years, one could not yet speak of a company, but rather a kind of traveling workshop, a Bedford, with which the family was supported. However, the day came when the opportunity to take over the business of Don Lello Petrilli and a 160-hectare piece of land presented itself, and that was the turning point. In 2012, Società Agricola Apulia Verde was born with the clear intention of rooting itself in the agricultural tradition of the Rossi family. Today, with over 500 hectares of land, it is Raffaele, Chiara, and Francesca, the latest generation, who continue the family business and accompany the cultivation of tomatoes with their transformation into artisanal organic products, just as we like them.
Right from the start, as soon as it was founded, the company decided to focus on the world of organic and immediately obtained certification from the ICEA institute, one of the most qualified consortia in the BIO sector in Italy and Europe. But one shouldn't be surprised: the certification is justified by the high quality standards and the “from farm to table” supply chain, which ensures the traceability of raw materials and the finished product, guaranteeing product quality and consumer protection.
The entire supply chain is a feature that few can boast. Thanks to the entire supply chain, the raw material and its production are never lost sight of, being carefully monitored from the very beginning, when the plant is just a sprout.
Tenuta Scorciabove is a brand that distinguishes and embodies passion, genuineness, and tradition, indispensable characteristics for high-quality products. The organic line, presented in elegant packaging, is nothing but the fruit of the values and long agricultural tradition of the company, which from the very beginning has been committed to bringing quality and genuine products to our tables, perfect for preparing healthy and “made in Puglia”, organic, and artisanal dishes, coming from a supply chain controlled from seed to table.
One of the goals of Tenuta Scorciabove is to preserve Puglian products and the goodness of the fruits of this wonderful land, bringing a simple and genuine product to the table, yet emblematic of our cuisine, namely tomato puree. In the past, the production of puree was a fixed appointment in every household, a tradition that united all regions of Italy, but today, for various reasons, this tradition has almost been lost. Yet, tomatoes are one of those products that can never be missing from our pantries. Not surprisingly, in our kitchens, tomato sauce is the base of many dishes such as ragù, sauces, pizza, soups, and whatever else you can imagine.
Yet, can you believe it has not always been this way? Tomatoes are a fruit native to Latin America and only reached Europe after the discovery of the New World. Initially, they were used mostly as ornamental plants, being considered inedible, and only towards the 16th century did they begin to be used in the kitchens of Southern Italy. It seems that the practice of preserves originated in Parma, where for the first time the tomato, after being dried in the sun, was used to make sauce. What is certain is that since then, the tomato has become an indispensable product in our cuisine, still being highly sought after today, so much so that the market is saturated with this product and the choice is becoming increasingly difficult, also due to the lack of clarity on labels.
Choosing a good sauce has become a tricky operation because it is not always possible to trace the production area, the origin of the raw materials, the techniques used, or the processing methods.
And here’s what makes the products of Tenuta Scorciabove different: thanks to the complete supply chain, the entire cultivation and processing process of the tomato is documented, allowing consumers to choose products of high quality standards and genuine taste, all Made in Italy.
The products of Tenuta Scorciabove are of the highest quality, and it’s no coincidence that they boast the ICEA certificate. The raw materials used are carefully monitored from the very beginning, from the fields, organic lands near the promontory of the Gargano National Park, specifically chosen because they are ideal for growing different varieties of tomatoes. The climate, the conformation of the territory, and Organic agriculture are the secret ingredient of the Società Agricola Apulia Verde.
The tomatoes, after being harvested by hand, are washed and carefully selected, and then transformed within 12 hours of harvesting, thus preserving the organoleptic characteristics of the freshly harvested fruit. Now, let’s talk about the products.
The first one we present is the organic round tomato puree, a sauce that brings the taste and aroma of the traditional Puglian round tomato to the table. It is a dense and velvety sauce, characterized by a bright red color and a flavor of fresh and genuine tomatoes, as if it has just been picked from the garden. Ideal for first courses, this sauce does not require much work to be enjoyed, as it is already very flavorful. Just heat it in a pan, perhaps enhancing a bit of extra virgin olive oil with a clove of garlic, and then toss in some good thick pasta. Add a few fresh basil leaves and there you have a healthy, simple, and genuine pasta dish.
Another product is the organic datterino and round tomato puree, where the softness of the round tomato is broken by the sweetness of the datterino. Again, this is a sauce ideal for pasta, but also for other dishes. Try it on pizza, but also for making a good lasagna or to flavor meat and fish dishes.
The organic pelatino tomato puree is perfect for both quick preparations and long cooking, such as soups or heartier sauces.
Lastly, there’s the organic datterino tomato puree, sweeter than the others and truly delicious. Again, there’s no need to overthink how to enhance the flavor and sweetness of this sauce. Oil, a clove of garlic, basil, a pinch of pepper, and a pinch of salt… and there you go, your sauce is ready! Good and genuine just like homemade.
The sauces from Tenuta Scorciabove pamper the customer and communicate love, passion, and the taste of tradition at the first bite. If you want to try these good and genuine purees yourself, then take a look at our portal. Who knows which one will steal your heart!
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