Caseificio Nobili

What Caseificio Nobili does

Caseificio Fratelli Nobili S.R.L., operating as Caseificio Nobili or Formaggi Nobili, is a third-generation, family-owned Italian dairy manufacturer founded in 1966 and headquartered in Padova, Veneto. The company processes approximately 100 tons of milk per day into a portfolio of roughly 17 SKUs spanning fresh mozzarella, scamorza, provola, ricotta, burrata, smoked cheeses, and butter, plus dedicated Kosher and Halal lines. Its commercial operations are entirely domestic, with no disclosed export activity.

The business serves three distinct customer segments in parallel: Italian retail consumers (B2C), foodservice operators such as pizzerias and restaurants under a dedicated "Professional" line (B2B HORECA), and third-party food producers through a private-label manufacturing service. Revenue mechanics combine branded retail pricing, HORECA format-specific SKUs, and contract-manufacturing terms; no pricing model, contract structure, or volume terms are publicly disclosed. Production is governed by a multi-certification compliance stack including ISO 9001, ISO 22000, IQNet, Kosher, and Halal.

The company has no external funding history, no disclosed headcount, no revenue or ARR disclosure, and no M&A activity, reflecting a continuous single-family ownership structure since founding. Registered capital is €180,760. The website and marketing materials emphasize product, certifications, and regional provenance rather than technology; no proprietary software, AI, or digital platform is described. Content marketing is present via a company blog.

Name

Caseificio Nobili

Legal name

CASEIFICIO F.LLI NOBILI S.R.L.

Website

https://formagginobili.it

Company type

Private

Founded year

1966

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Caseificio Nobili is a third-generation, family-owned Italian dairy in Padova processing ~100 tons of milk daily into mozzarella, scamorza, ricotta, burrata, and Kosher/Halal cheeses for Italian retail, HORECA, and private-label customers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Italian Dairy Products

NAICS

Cheese Manufacturing (311513), Fluid Milk Manufacturing (311511), Creamery Butter Manufacturing (311512)

SIC

Dairy Products (2020)

akta.pro primary industry

Pasta Filata Cheese Manufacturing (Mozzarella, Provolone, String Cheese) (AFAHABAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Fluid Milk & Cream Processing (AFAKAKAA), Milk (Fluid & Shelf-Stable) (CRADACAA)

Keywords

• Italian dairy products
• Fresh mozzarella cheese
• Smoked spun paste cheese
• Professional HORECA cheese
• Private label dairy

Headquarters

HQ city

Sarmeola

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, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Dairy Product Sales: Sale of manufactured dairy products including mozzarella, ricotta, butter, scamorza, provola, burrata, and specialty cheeses through retail distribution channels (supermarkets) to end consumers and professional buyers (HORECA sector).
2. Private Label Manufacturing: Custom private label service for businesses to manufacture dairy products under their own brand.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Caseificio Fratelli Nobili manufactures and distributes fresh Italian dairy products — primarily mozzarella, scamorza, ricotta, burrata, and butter — using 100% Italian milk processed daily at its Sarmeola di Rubano (Padova) facility. It operates three product lines: a Consumer dairy range sold through Italian supermarkets, a Professional range (julienne-cut and cubed mozzarella in 2.5 kg packs) for the HORECA sector, and a Kosher/Halal certified range for specialty dietary markets, plus a Private Label contract-manufacturing service.

Product overview

Caseificio Fratelli Nobili is an Italian dairy company founded in 1966 in Padova, now in its third generation. The company manufactures dairy products including fresh mozzarella (Fiorita, Bocconcino, Panetto, Filone), smoked cheeses (Provola Affumicata, Scamorza Affumicata, Fiaschetto Affumicato, Trecciona Affumicata), and other dairy products (Ricotta, Burrata, Butter). Products are organized into three lines: Consumer Dairy Products (Fiorita, Bocconcino, Panetto, Filone, Provola, Scamorza, Ricotta, Butter, Burrata, Rotolo farcito, Smoked Fiaschetto); Professional Products for catering (Cubed Mozzarella, Julienne Cut Mozzarella, Ciliegine, professional Butter and Filone); and Halal/Kosher certified product lines for specific dietary markets. The company also offers Private Label service for custom production.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Mozzarella Fiorita Fresh mozzarella with balanced texture, taste, and saltiness, presented soft and appetizing; available in single-serving bags for uncooked use with vegetables or cooked dishes such as parmigiana and sauces. Part of the consumer Dairy Products line.
• Bocconcino Small mozzarella bites smaller than standard mozzarella, ideal for aperitifs or second courses; pairs with seasonal vegetables, olives, and toasted bread; stored in liquid and refrigerated. Part of the consumer Dairy Products line.
• Ciliegine Small mozzarella balls, an alternative to classic Fiorita and Bocconcino, with rich and balanced flavor; suited for imaginative appetizers or creative salads. Listed under both consumer Dairy Products and Professional Products.
• Panetto 400g Classic mozzarella cylinder in a convenient 400g format made with 100% Italian milk, ideal for the whole family. Available in the consumer line and in Kosher / Halal certified ranges.
• Filone 1000g Classic mozzarella cylinder in a large 1 kg format for families and professional kitchens; available in standard, Professional, and Kosher / Halal certified variants.
• Provola Affumicata (Smoked Provola) Intense, spun-paste cheese naturally smoked; fragrant and flavorful, recommended to eat raw or cooked on the griddle. Consumer Dairy Products line.
• Scamorza Intense, spun-paste cheese, fragrant and flavorful; recommended raw or on the griddle, removed from the refrigerator at least 30 minutes before use. Consumer Dairy Products line.
• Scamorza Affumicata (Smoked Scamorza) Smoked scamorza naturally smoked with beech chips, with typically pleasant smoky flavor; recommended raw or grilled; cylindrical shape with compact paste and thin smooth rind. Listed under Professional Products.
• Butter Butter packaged in a rectangular shape with characteristic white-straw color; uniform, compact, and shiny appearance with pleasant delicate taste. Available in both Consumer and Professional product lines.
• Ricotta Fresh whey cheese with pleasant delicate flavor, in truncated-cone form with white-pale color, offering higher protein quality and reduced fat compared to normal cheese. Consumer Dairy Products line.
• Burrata Fresh cheese with a soft mozzarella shell filled with cream and stracciatella strips; rich and creamy texture. Consumer Dairy Products line.
• Rotolo Farcito (Stuffed Roll) Stuffed mozzarella roll available in two varieties — with ham and mushrooms, or with ham, tuna and olives; flavorful and fast to prepare. Consumer Dairy Products line.
• Trecciona Affumicata (Smoked Braid) Fresh spun-paste cheese braided in shape and naturally smoked with beech-tree shavings; rich smoked flavor with full, compact consistency, suited to pizzas, first courses, or appetizers. Professional Products line.
• Formaggio Fiaschetto Affumicato (Smoked Fiaschetto Cheese) Fresh spun-paste cheese naturally smoked with beech-tree shavings, with a rich, typical smoked flavor and full compact consistency; suited to pizzas, appetizers, and hors d'oeuvres. Consumer Dairy Products line.
• Mozzarella Julienne Cut Julienne-cut mozzarella strips designed for catering professionals, made from cow's milk to highest quality standards; ideal for bakery products, lasagna, pizzas, and gourmet fillings, supplied in 2.5 kg packs. Available in Professional and Halal-certified variants.
• Cubed Mozzarella Diced mozzarella ideal for catering professionals, made with cow's milk from the company's own lands; offers perfect melting for baked goods and works raw with aperitif products; supplied in 2.5 kg tub packs. Professional and Halal-certified variants available.
• Private Label / Co-Manufacturing Service Custom private-label production service letting retailers, distributors, and food brands offer Caseificio Nobili dairy products under their own brand, leveraging the company's manufacturing scale, ISO 9001 / ISO 22000 / IQNet certifications, and dairy expertise.
• Halal-Certified Dairy Product Line Halal-certified variants of Fiorita, Bocconcino, Panetto 400g, Filone 1000g, Cubed Mozzarella, and Mozzarella Julienne Cut, produced for Muslim consumers and other buyers requiring Halal-compliant Italian dairy.
• Kosher-Certified Dairy Product Line Kosher-certified variants of Fiorita, Bocconcino, Panetto 400g, and Filone 1000g, certified by a specialized Rabbinic institution to ensure full compliance with Jewish food regulations.

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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AI maturity

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Feature2 records

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Latteria Soresina: Italian dairy cooperative specializing in Grana Padano, Provolone, mozzarella, and other fresh and aged cheeses, serving retail and foodservice customers. Highly comparable in product mix and B2B/B2C go-to-market approach.
• Auricchio: Italian cheese manufacturer best known for Provolone, with a portfolio extending into pasta filata and aged cheeses sold domestically and internationally. Direct competitor in pasta filata cheese category with similar traditional Italian craftsmanship positioning.
• Latteria Montello: Italian dairy cooperative headquartered in the Veneto region, producing mozzarella, fresh cheeses, and dairy ingredients for retail and HORECA channels. Directly comparable in geography, product mix, and customer base to Caseificio Nobili.
• Fattorie Garofalo: Italian producer of buffalo mozzarella and other fresh pasta filata cheeses, serving retail, HORECA, and export markets. Closely comparable in product focus (fresh mozzarella and pasta filata) and dual retail/HORECA distribution model.
• Biraghi: Italian dairy company producing mozzarella, pizza cheese, and other fresh dairy products for the foodservice and retail sectors. Comparable professional product formats (shredded/cubed mozzarella) and HORECA focus.
• Consorzio Latterie Virgilio: Italian dairy consortium producing mozzarella and pizza cheese for retail and professional channels, including dedicated foodservice SKUs. Directly comparable in product mix and customer segments.
• Valcolatte: Italian dairy ingredients company producing milk derivatives and dairy-based products for food manufacturers. Adjacent peer sharing the Italian milk processing and B2B dairy ingredients value chain.

Broad incumbents

• Granarolo: One of Italy's largest dairy operators, producing fresh milk, mozzarella, ricotta, and a wide range of cheeses for Italian retail and foodservice. Comparable product portfolio and distribution model, but at significantly larger national scale.
• Galbani (Lactalis Italia): Iconic Italian dairy brand owned by Lactalis, manufacturing mozzarella, ricotta, and other fresh cheeses for retail and professional use across Italy. Overlapping product range and HORECA/retail customer segments, backed by multinational scale.
• Parmalat (Lactalis Italia): Major Italian dairy producer (part of Lactalis group) with extensive fluid milk and cheese lines sold through Italian retail and HORECA. Comparable customer base and broad portfolio, though larger and more diversified than Caseificio Nobili.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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