Organic Tomato Passata: Our Organic Tomato Sauce

If you are looking for an authentic and genuine product, our "Organic Tomato Sauce" is the perfect choice. Each jar contains whole tomatoes immersed in tomato passata, offering a culinary experience that captures the flavor and fragrance of Puglia. Produced by Pietrasanta Farm, these tomatoes represent the agricultural tradition of Puglia and are grown using organic methods in the Torre Guaceto nature reserve. Our tomato sauce is certified as a Slow Food Presidio, confirming our commitment to quality and sustainability. In this article, you will discover the unique characteristics of our product, the health benefits, and many useful tips on how to use it in cooking.

The Territory: Torre Guaceto

A Mediterranean Paradise

The Torre Guaceto Nature Reserve, located in the province of Brindisi, is a protected area that offers ideal conditions for cultivating the Fiaschetto tomato. The Mediterranean climate, with hot summers and mild winters, combined with alluvial, well-drained, and fertile soils, contributes to creating a perfect environment for growing high-quality tomatoes.

Organic Farming

Organic farming is at the heart of our production. We use carefully preserved seeds from the previous year's harvest and follow sustainable methods for soil fertilization and weed management. This allows us to offer a product free from pesticides and chemicals, ensuring a healthy and safe food for the whole family.

The Fiaschetto Tomato: A Puglian Treasure

Distinctive Features

The Fiaschetto tomato from Torre Guaceto stands out for its oval shape and the characteristic "pizzetto" at the tip. Its sweet, juicy pulp and smooth, thin skin make it ideal for passata and sauce production. These features ensure a product with an authentic and natural flavor.

Slow Food Presidio

The recognition as a Slow Food Presidio, obtained in 2008, highlights the excellence of our Fiaschetto tomato. This recognition is reserved for products that meet strict quality and sustainability criteria, protecting native varieties and promoting traditional agronomic practices.

The Harvest: An Artisan Process

Hand Harvesting

Our tomatoes are strictly hand-harvested from June to late August. This traditional method allows us to select only the ripest fruits and maintain their quality. The tomatoes are picked early in the morning and placed in wooden crates with a maximum capacity of 16 kg.

Transportation and Processing

The tomatoes are transported to our artisan laboratory, located just 12 km away, and processed within 12-24 hours of harvest. This rapid process allows us to preserve all the organoleptic properties of the tomatoes, ensuring a final product of the highest quality.

The Processing: The Heart of Our Tradition

Artisan Methods

In our artisan laboratory, the tomatoes are separated from their stems, cleaned, and blanched in boiling water for about 5 minutes. The pulp is then separated from the seeds and skin using a passata machine, bottled, and pasteurized without the addition of preservatives. This traditional process allows us to offer a sauce that retains the taste and fragrance of freshly harvested tomatoes.

Natural Preservation

Thanks to our artisan processing methods, our tomato sauce maintains a bright red color and a fresh, natural flavor. It is a genuine product, perfect for those looking for a healthy, nutrient-rich food.

Health Benefits

Nutrient-Rich

Our organic tomato passata is rich in lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that protects cells from oxidative damage. It is also a source of vitamins A and C, essential for the immune system and skin health.

Sustainability and Health

Choosing to cultivate and produce according to the principles of organic farming not only respects the environment but also ensures that our products are free from harmful pesticides and chemicals. This translates into healthier, safer food for you and your family.

Cooking Tips: How to Use Our Tomato Sauce

Traditional Dishes

Our tomato sauce is perfect for preparing pasta sauces, soups, and stews. Its natural sweetness and intense flavor will enhance any recipe, making it unique and delicious.

Innovative Ideas

You can also use our sauce to dress bruschettas, creating tasty appetizers or healthy, genuine snacks for children. Just add a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and a pinch of oregano to enhance its fresh flavor.

Storage: How to Keep Freshness

Storage Tips

To maintain the quality of our sauce, store it in a cool, dry place. Once the jar is opened, it is advisable to refrigerate it and consume the product within a few days.

Choose Quality, Choose Tradition

Our "Organic Tomato Sauce" represents the excellence of Puglian tradition. Each jar contains the authentic flavor of tomatoes grown with love and passion, respecting nature and local traditions. By choosing our sauce, you not only enrich your dishes with a high-quality product but also support a model of sustainable, environmentally respectful agriculture.