LAFITTE

What LAFITTE does

LAFITTE (operating under the trade name Maison Lafitte; legal entity LAFITTE FOIE GRAS SAS) is a privately held French food company founded in 1920, headquartered in Montaut/Saint-Sever in the Landes region of South-West France, with 51-100 employees. The company's core competency is the production of premium foie gras and traditional duck products, built on in-house duck farming with a 102-day minimum raising protocol and non-GMO whole-grain corn feeding, plus expertise in traditional French conservation methods (conserve, semi-conserve, and mi-cuit) and confit preparation. All core duck products carry the IGP Canard des Landes certification, and the company has been recognized at the Concours Général Agricole (Bronze 2016 for Foie Gras d'Oie Entier du Sud-Ouest, plus a Silver medal for a mi-cuit product). The product portfolio spans whole foie gras and blocks (duck and goose) in multiple conservation formats, confits (legs, wings, gizzards, magrets), prepared regional dishes (daubes, cassoulets, salmis, lamproie, canard à l'orange), a wine cellar (La Cave), frozen individual foie gras servings (Ecrins), gift boxes (Coffrets Cadeaux), and Caviar d'Aquitaine sourced via partner L'Esturgeonnière.

LAFITTE generates revenue primarily through direct-to-consumer sales via its e-commerce platform (lafitte.fr), supported by physical retail boutiques in the Landes region and a B2B channel for corporate gifts and employee committees (Comité d'Entreprise). Pricing is unit-based with per-kilogram equivalency, ranging from approximately €4.40 for accompaniments to over €76 for premium truffle whole foie gras, with free shipping on orders above €180 and secure payment. Cold-chain products are restricted to mainland France excluding Corsica, while preserved (conserve) formats have broader distribution potential. The customer base is primarily individual consumers purchasing for personal use and gift-giving occasions, with secondary segments in corporate/employee-committee gifting and the HoReCa (Hotel/Restaurant/Catering) channel. Revenue is not publicly disclosed, and the company shows no evidence of external funding, M&A activity, or institutional investor involvement, consistent with a long-standing family-operated business funded organically over more than a century.

Name

LAFITTE

Legal name

LAFITTE FOIE GRAS SAS

Website

https://lafitte.fr

Company type

Private

Founded year

1920

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

LAFITTE is a privately held French food company, founded in 1920, that produces and sells IGP-certified premium foie gras and traditional Landes duck products via DTC e-commerce, physical boutiques, and B2B corporate gift channels in France.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Specialty Foie Gras & Duck Products

NAICS

Other Specialty Food Retailers (44529)

SIC

Food And Kindred Products (2000), Canned, Frozen & Preservd Fruit, Veg & Food Specialties (2030)

akta.pro primary industry

Duck & Goose Production (Waterfowl) (AFAEADAG)

Keywords

• Foie gras products
• Duck confit specialties
• French gourmet foods
• Landes preserved meats
• Traditional canned goose

Headquarters

HQ city

Montaut

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Direct Product Sales: LAFITTE generates revenue through direct sales of foie gras products, confits, magrets, prepared dishes, and accessories to consumers and businesses via their e-commerce website and physical stores. Products are sold at various price points based on type (whole foie gras, blocks, mi-cuit, conserve), weight, and premium ingredients (truffle, etc.).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

LAFITTE produces and sells premium French foie gras (whole and bloc, duck and goose), duck confits (legs, wings, gizzards), magrets, prepared South-West dishes (cassoulets, salmis, daubes, lamproie, canard à l'orange), gourmet appetizers (terrines, pâtés, rillettes), sturgeon caviar, gift boxes, and complementary wines. The full product range is sold under the IGP-certified Canard Traditionnel des Landes umbrella via the company's own e-commerce site (www.lafitte.fr), physical boutiques in the Landes region, and a dedicated B2B corporate-gift channel for employee committees.

Product overview

LAFITTE is a traditional French food company specializing in premium foie gras and duck products from the Landes region of South-West France, operating since 1920. The company operates a unified product portfolio organized around its core expertise in duck and goose foie gras, structured into four main product categories: (1) Foie Gras products including whole foie gras, blocks, mi-cuit (semi-cooked), and preserved formats from both duck and goose; (2) Confit products including duck legs, wings, gizzards, and magrets prepared using traditional methods; (3) Prepared dishes and gourmet appetizers including terrines, pâtés, rillettes, and regional specialties; and (4) Complementary offerings including a wine cellar (La Cave), gift boxes (Coffrets Cadeaux), and sturgeon caviar from partner L'Esturgeonnière. All products are certified under the IGP (Indication Géographique Protégée) for traditional duck from Landes, and are guaranteed free from additives and preservatives. The company sells directly to consumers via e-commerce and operates physical boutiques.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Foie Gras de Canard Entier des Landes Whole duck foie gras from the Landes region, sold in jar format; available in preserved, semi-preserved and mi-cuit formats and carrying the IGP Canard Traditionnel des Landes certification. Targeted at French consumers and gift buyers seeking authentic, additive-free traditional foie gras.
• Foie Gras Mi-Cuit Semi-cooked (mi-cuit) duck or goose foie gras, pasteurized at low temperature to preserve taste and texture, requiring refrigerated storage. Marketed as a ready-to-eat premium traditional foie gras format.
• Foie Gras Conserve Preserved whole foie gras and foie gras blocks, prepared traditionally without additives or preservatives, intended to be stored like fine wines away from light and heat. Targeted at consumers seeking long-shelf-life premium foie gras.
• Bloc de Foie Gras de Canard des Landes Duck foie gras blocks from the Landes, available with varying percentages of duck liver pieces (30%, with or without truffle). Targeted at consumers seeking convenient foie gras for appetizers and quick preparations.
• Confit de Canard des Landes Traditional duck confit assortment including legs, wings, gizzards, and magrets, prepared from ducks raised for at least 102 days and fattened with non-GMO whole corn. Targeted at consumers seeking ready-to-heat traditional French confit.
• Magrets à Cuisiner Fresh duck magrets (breast cuts) from traditional Landes farming, intended for cooking from rare to well-done. Targeted at home cooks preparing traditional French duck breast dishes.
• Spécialités de Magret de Canard Duck magret specialties including smoked, dried, and stuffed variations, including magret farci au foie gras. Designed for salads and appetizers at the table.
• Foie Gras d'Oie Entier du Sud-Ouest Whole goose foie gras from South-West France, prepared with salt, pepper, spices and sugar, awarded Bronze Medal at the Concours Général Agricole 2016. Targeted at gourmet consumers and gift buyers seeking premium goose foie gras.
• Bloc de Foie Gras d'Oie du Sud-Ouest Goose foie gras blocks containing 50% goose liver pieces, presented without additives or preservatives and intended for refined appetizers.
• Entrées Gourmandes Gourmet appetizers including terrines, pâtés, rillettes, mousses, magret specialties, and Caviar d'Aquitaine sourced from partner L'Esturgeonnière. Targeted at consumers seeking a range of traditional French starters.
• Plats Cuisinés Prepared traditional dishes from South-West France including daubes, salmis, cassoulets, lamproie, and prepared duck dishes (canard à l'orange, canard cuisiné). Targeted at consumers seeking ready-to-heat regional French meals.
• Foie Gras Cru à Cuisiner Raw duck foie gras from traditional Landes production (minimum 102-day raising, non-GMO whole-grain corn feeding) intended for home cooking. Targeted at home chefs preparing foie gras from scratch.
• La Cave (Wine Cellar) Curated wine and beverage selection including Champagne Gosset Grande Réserve Brut and other accompaniments intended to pair with foie gras and duck dishes. Targeted at consumers buying full gourmet menus.
• Coffrets Cadeaux (Gift Boxes) Curated gift boxes and corporate gift solutions combining foie gras, duck confits, and accompanying gourmet items, available for personal gifting and bulk corporate / employee-committee (Comité d'Entreprise) orders.
• Ecrins de Foie Gras Frozen individual foie gras servings wrapped in mousseline brioche with sliced apples, designed to be reheated in a traditional oven. Targeted at consumers wanting a quick, premium baked foie gras presentation.
• Caviar d'Aquitaine (Perlita) Sturgeon caviar from Aquitaine marketed under the Perlita brand, sourced from partner L'Esturgeonnière and offered alongside Rillettes d'Esturgeon au Caviar. Targeted at premium consumers, gift buyers, and HoReCa professionals.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• L'EsturgeonnièreminorOthersL'Esturgeonnière is a partner supplier providing Caviar d'Aquitaine (sturgeon caviar) products. Lafitte offers these premium products including Caviar Perlita 30g and 50g, and Rillettes d'Esturgeon au Caviar, as part of their gourmet product range.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Euralis Gastronomie: Parent of Rougié and Stoléa, large French food group covering foie gras, charcuterie, and prepared dishes. Overlaps with Lafitte on foie gras and duck confit categories but operates at much larger scale with diversified portfolios.
• Picard: France's leading frozen gourmet food retailer with its own DTC network and physical stores. Competes with Lafitte on prepared/frozen gourmet dishes (e.g., cassoulet, duck) and gift formats, but at much larger scale and broader assortment.
• Marie (Plats Préparés): French prepared/frozen dish brand (part of McCain) with broad supermarket distribution. Overlaps with Lafitte on prepared Southwest dishes (cassoulet, daubes) but covers a much wider cuisine range with mass-market positioning.

Direct peers

• Ducs de Gascogne: Southwest French gourmet producer specializing in foie gras, duck, and regional specialties. Comparable IGP-style regional positioning, premium gifting assortment, and DTC/retail distribution model.
• Rougié: Iconic French foie gras producer (now part of Euralis Gastronomie) specializing in duck and goose foie gras from the Southwest. Directly comparable product portfolio, similar heritage positioning, but at significantly larger scale and with broader international foodservice distribution.
• Feyel & Artzner: Alsace-based French foie gras and charcuterie producer with a long heritage similar to Lafitte. Comparable premium positioning, traditional preparation methods, and gift-box distribution.
• Labeyrie: Major French foie gras and smoked salmon brand with strong supermarket presence and holiday gifting focus. Comparable premium positioning, similar product categories (whole foie gras, blocks, mi-cuit), and overlapping DTC and retail distribution.
• Montfort: French foie gras and duck charcuterie producer based in the Landes region, the same terroir as Lafitte. Direct overlap on IGP-certified canard des Landes, confit, and foie gras categories with similar traditional positioning.
• Delpeyrat: French producer of foie gras, duck charcuterie, and Southwest specialties with both retail and foodservice channels. Closely comparable product mix (foie gras, confit, magret) and similar regional/traditional positioning.
• Comtesse du Barry: French gourmet food specialist with strong gift-box and online retail focus spanning foie gras, duck, and premium accompaniments. Highly comparable DTC-driven model with corporate gifting and Coffrets Cadeaux offerings.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/lafittefoiegras
• Facebookfacebook.com/LafitteFoieGras
• Pinterestpinterest.com/lafittefr
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/lafitte

Compliance2 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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