What Riscossa does

Pastificio Riscossa F.lli Mastromauro S.p.A., operating as Riscossa, is a private, fourth-generation family-owned pasta manufacturer founded in 1902 and based in Corato, Apulia, Italy. It serves Italian and international retail consumers, food-service and hospitality customers, and direct consumers through domestic stores, worldwide distributors, and a dedicated food-service range. The company reports more than 100 employees and exports products internationally.

Riscossa's portfolio includes more than 60 durum wheat semolina formats, premium high-protein pasta, organic whole-wheat pasta, fresh egg and semolina pasta, gluten-free products, sauces, tomato products, cookies, semolina and flour, and 35 food-service formats. Production uses bronze-drawn extrusion, slow drying, modern quality-control systems, and certified supply-chain traceability, with organic, environmental, Kosher, and Halal credentials. Revenue is generated by selling physical food products through retail and distribution channels; public pricing and contract data are not disclosed, so the model appears transaction-based rather than subscription- or contract-recurring.

Name

Riscossa

Legal name

Pastificio Riscossa F.lli Mastromauro S.p.A.

Website

https://riscossa.it

Company type

Private

Founded year

1902

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Riscossa is a fourth-generation, family-owned Italian pasta manufacturer founded in 1902, serving retail, food-service, and international consumers through dry, fresh, specialty, organic, and condiment products under the Riscossa brand in Italy and abroad.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Italian Dry Pasta Manufacturing

NAICS

Cookie, Cracker, and Pasta Manufacturing (31182), Dry Pasta, Dough, and Flour Mixes Manufacturing from Purchased Flour (311824), Mayonnaise, Dressing, and Other Prepared Sauce Manufacturing (311941), Perishable Prepared Food Manufacturing (311991), Food Manufacturing (311)

SIC

Food And Kindred Products (2000), Miscellaneous Food Preparations & Kindred Products (2090), Grain Mill Products (2040), Canned, Frozen & Preservd Fruit, Veg & Food Specialties (2030)

akta.pro primary industry

Pasta Manufacturing (dry, fresh, filled) (AFAKABAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Deli & prepared foods (retail/foodservice pack) manufacturing (AFAKAHAF), Salad Dressings & Vinaigrettes Manufacturing (AFAKADAC), Convenience side dishes (mac & cheese, mashed potatoes, rice dishes) manufacturing (AFAKAHAI)

Keywords

• Durum wheat pasta
• Italian pasta manufacturer
• Bronze-drawn pasta
• Organic pasta products
• Fresh egg pasta

Headquarters

HQ city

Corato

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Pasta products manufacturing and sales: Manufactures and sells premium Italian pasta through retail distribution channels. Products include durum wheat semolina pasta in over 60 formats, fresh pasta specialties, egg pasta, gluten-free pasta, and specialty lines. Revenue generated through product sales to retailers, food service operators, and direct consumers.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Riscossa manufactures and sells premium Italian pasta, with the core product being durum wheat semolina dry pasta produced through bronze-drawn extrusion and slow drying. The portfolio includes over 60 pasta formats across four collections (Premium, 120°Anniversario, Bio Integrale, Classic), complemented by fresh egg pasta, gluten-free pasta, semolina nests, lasagne and cannelloni, sauces and pesto, tomato products, cookies, flours, and a dedicated 35-format food-service line for catering professionals. Products are made from 100% Italian wheat and offered under ISO 22005 traceability and ICEA organic certifications.

Product overview

Pastificio Riscossa F.lli Mastromauro S.p.A. is a fourth-generation family-owned pasta company founded in 1902 in Corato, Puglia. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio organized into four main collections: Premium (high-protein Italian wheat, bronze-drawn, slow-dried), 120°Anniversario (limited edition organic Senatore Cappelli wheat), Bio Integrale (organic whole grain), and Classic (traditional pantry). The Classic Collection encompasses the full 'Dispensa' (pantry) including over 60 durum wheat semolina pasta formats, fresh egg pasta specialties, semolina nests, lasagne and cannelloni, sauces and pesto, tomato products (Red Line), cookies, gluten-free pasta, and flour products. Food Service products serve professional catering with double-cooking pasta formats. All products emphasize 100% Italian wheat, bronze-drawing, slow-drying processes, and sustainable packaging. The company holds ISO 14001, ISO 22005 traceability, organic (ICEA), Kosher, and Halal certifications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Premium Collection: High-protein Italian wheat pasta, bronze-drawn, slow-dried, made exclusively with 100% Italian wheat from ISO 22005 certified supply chain. Available in 8 different shapes.
• 120°Anniversario Collection
• Bio Integrale Collection
• Classic Collection (Dispensa Riscossa)

Products and services

• Premium Collection High-protein durum wheat semolina pasta collection bronze-drawn and slow-dried, made exclusively with 100% Italian wheat from ISO 22005 certified supply chain with minimum 14% protein content. Offered in 8 shapes for premium retail consumers.
• 120°Anniversario Collection Limited edition pasta collection celebrating 120 years of company history. Made with 100% Italian Senatore Cappelli organic ancient wheat, bronze-drawn and slow-dried. Three formats available for premium retail consumers.
• Bio Integrale Collection Organic whole grain pasta collection made from 100% Italian biological durum wheat, ICEA certified with complete chain traceability from field to table. Features FSC-certified recyclable paper packaging. Targeted at health-conscious and organic consumers.
• Classic Collection (Dispensa Riscossa) Traditional Italian pantry product line including durum wheat semolina pasta in over 60 formats, fresh egg pasta specialties, semolina nests, lasagne and cannelloni, tomato products (Red Line), sauces and pesto, cookies, semolina and flour, and gluten-free options. Targeted at mainstream Italian and international retail consumers.
• Gluten Free Pasta Three classic gluten-free pasta formats made with rice flour, brown rice flour, corn, and quinoa. Suitable for consumers on gluten-free diets, offering high nutritional properties and taste.
• Durum Wheat Semolina Pasta Traditional dry pasta made from durum wheat semolina, produced using traditional methods since 1902. Available in over 60 shapes including long pasta, ridged short pasta, soup pasta, smooth short pasta, and tiny pasta. Core retail product.
• Semolina Nests Fresh pasta specialties made from durum wheat semolina, available in five formats including Capelli d'Angelo (Angel Hair), Tagliolini, Tagliatelle, Paglia e Fieno (Straw and Hay), and Tagliatelle Verdi (Green Tagliatelle).
• Egg Specialities Fresh egg pasta specialties from Emilian tradition, made from durum wheat semolina and eggs. Rich in protein, available in five formats: fettuccine, tagliatelle, tagliolini, pappardelle, and lasagne.
• Lasagne and Cannelloni Traditional fresh pasta in four formats: Durum Wheat Lasagne, Spinach Lasagne, Cannelloni, and Pre-cooked Wavy Lasagna. Also available in a pre-cooked format for convenience.
• Sauces and Pesto Seven ready-made sauces inspired by regional Italian gastronomy: Basil Sauce, Arrabbiata Sauce, Olive and Caper Sauce, Bolognese Sauce, Porcini Mushroom Sauce, Ligurian Pesto, and Red Pesto. Sold as part of the Classic Dispensa pantry range.
• Red Line (Tomato Products) Tomato products including tomato purée, tomato pulp, peeled tomatoes, and natural cherry tomatoes made from sun-ripened Italian tomatoes. Four formats available under the Red Line sub-brand.
• Cookies Five cookie formats including Digestive (whole wheat flour and cane sugar), cereals and oat flakes, Novellini with milk and honey, Novellini without milk and eggs (vegan), and Novellini without added sugar. Sold as part of the Classic Dispensa pantry range.
• Semolina and Flour Durum wheat semolina in standard and re-milled formats, type '00' flour, pizza flour, and dessert flour made from selected finest wheats. Sold as part of the Classic Dispensa pantry range.
• Food Service Thirty-five formats of durum wheat semolina and egg pasta with double-cooking capability, designed specifically for catering professionals. Ideal for double cooking and pan tossing in professional kitchen operations.

Quantifiable outcome

• Minimum 14% protein content in Premium wheat selection
• +1 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Delverde: Abruzzo-based pasta manufacturer known for bronze-drawn premium pasta and international distribution. Comparable to Riscossa in production technology, premium positioning, and export-led growth model.
• Rustichella d'Abruzzo: Premium Italian pasta producer from Abruzzo using traditional bronze-die extrusion and slow drying. Directly comparable in artisan positioning, international gourmet retail presence, and specialty SKU strategy.
• Divella: Italian family-owned pasta and bakery products company, multi-generational, with broad domestic and international distribution. Closely comparable to Riscossa in scale, ownership structure, and product breadth spanning classic and specialty pasta.
• Buon Pastore: Italian pasta manufacturer using traditional bronze-drawing with focus on southern Italian durum wheat. Comparable mid-sized competitor with similar heritage-led brand positioning and export orientation.
• La Molisana: Italian mid-sized pasta manufacturer with broad durum wheat semolina portfolio, traditional bronze-drawing, and international export focus. Highly comparable in scale and channel mix to Riscossa.
• Pastificio Lucio Garofalo: Naples-based premium pasta manufacturer specializing in bronze-drawn, slow-dried traditional pasta. Closely comparable to Riscossa in production method, Italian heritage positioning, and presence in international specialty retail.
• De Cecco: One of Italy's largest premium dry pasta manufacturers, founded 1886 in Abruzzo. Directly comparable to Riscossa in bronze-drawn traditional production, international distribution, and multi-tier product portfolio spanning classic, organic, and specialty lines.
• Antico Pastificio Umbro: Italian artisanal pasta producer focused on traditional bronze-drawn methods and specialty organic lines. Directly comparable to Riscossa's Bio Integrale and Premium collections in artisanal positioning and specialty channel focus.

Emerging players

• Voiello: Premium Neapolitan pasta brand owned by Barilla, specializing in high-protein durum wheat pasta. Comparable to Riscossa's Premium Collection in protein specification and premium positioning, though operating as a sub-brand within a larger incumbent.

Broad incumbents

• Barilla: World's largest pasta manufacturer and dominant incumbent in Italian and global retail. Competes with Riscossa across the same dry pasta category but at vastly greater scale, with broader sauces, bakery, and packaged food portfolio.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

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Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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