Val Di Chiana Traditional Products
Val di Chiana Traditional Products, The Cradle of Tuscan Excellence
Welcome to the Val di Chiana, a territory of infinite resources and breathtaking landscapes where tradition, craftsmanship, and extraordinary biodiversity converge. This valley is a place where time seems to honor the rhythm of the seasons, resulting in an incredible array of typical products that are recognized by food lovers worldwide. From the rolling hills of the countryside to the ancient techniques passed down through generations, every product we select is a direct link to the authentic soul of this land.
The Unique Treasures of the Valley
The Val di Chiana is home to gastronomic landmarks that cannot be replicated anywhere else on Earth. Our selection focuses on these regional pillars:
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The Famous Aglione: This is the only place in the world where the precious Aglione is cultivated and carefully selected. Known for its delicate, non-invasive flavor compared to common garlic, it is the secret ingredient for the most refined Tuscan pasta sauces.
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Vino Nobile di Montepulciano: As the heart of the valley, this territory allows for the production of the prestigious Nobile, a wine of deep complexity, refinement, and history that has defined the status of Tuscan viticulture for centuries.
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The Chianina Breed: The Val di Chiana is the proud home of the Chianina, the oldest and most important cattle breed in Italy. Known for its lean, flavorful, and tender meat, it is the fundamental ingredient for the iconic Bistecca alla Fiorentina and many other traditional recipes.
A Curated Selection of Val di Chiana Specialties
Explore our collection, curated for those who seek the highest quality of artisanal products born from the fertile soil of the valley:
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Rare Local Cultivars: Experience the distinct taste of products like Aglione, grown with sustainable methods that protect its unique characteristics.
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Prestigious Wines: Discover a range of labels from the Nobile di Montepulciano denomination, perfect for both immediate enjoyment and long-term cellaring.
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Gourmet Pantry and Artisanal Crafts: A selection of cured meats, oils, and regional preserves that celebrate the diverse and robust flavors of the Val di Chiana.
Bringing the Spirit of the Valley to Your Table
At Passione Toscana, our mission is to bring the rarest and most authentic flavors of the Val di Chiana directly to your home. We understand the value of these artisanal treasures, which is why we handle every order with specialized care and secure packaging, ensuring that your products arrive in perfect condition. By choosing our selection, you are supporting the small-scale producers who continue to guard the secrets of this unique Tuscan valley.
Discover the land where flavor meets history. Shop the Val di Chiana Traditional Products collection and experience the authentic excellence of one of Tuscany’s most productive heartlands.
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Tortiglioni Pasta Toscana additional information:
Excellent type of pasta, versatile for all Tuscan and non-Tuscan recipes, doesn’t shake.
Label:
Ingredients: durum wheat semolina, water. May contain traces of eggs, soy, mustard.
Average nutritional values per 100 g of product
Energy 1593 kj - 378 kcal, Fat 1.9 g, of which FATTY ACIDS 0.8 g, Carbohydrates 76 g, of which SUGARS 1.4 g, Protein 12.4 g, Salt 0.02 g
Durum wheat semolina pasta
Country of wheat cultivation: Italy. Country of milling: Italy.
Store in a cool, dry place.
Recommended cooking time: 7-9 minutes.
Produced and packaged by Pastificio Fabianelli SPA, Via S. Antonio 107, Castiglion Fiorentino (AR)
Pasta Toscana:
Born from the intuition and continuous research of Pastificio Fabianelli, their pasta not only has excellent organoleptic properties, but also helps preserve health, facilitating digestion and the prevention of cardiovascular and metabolic diseases. High quality durum wheat from a certified supply chain of Tuscan and Italian farmers meets the purest water of our land to offer a product that respects man and the environment
Tremendo Dried Aglione Tuscan Elephant Garlic:
Simply rehydrate in water for 20 minutes and you have enough garlic for 4 servings of sauce or any recipe you like!
Label:
Dried Aglione
Ingredients: Dried Aglione, may contain traces of celery
Average nutritional values per 100 grams of product: energy 331kcal-1390kj, fat 0.73g, of which saturated 0.24g, carbohydrates 72.73g, of which sugars 2.43, protein 16.6g, fibre 9g, salt 60 mg
How to use: to rehydrate the aglione, soak it in half a glass of water for 20 minutes
Packaged in the factory in Loc. Fornaci Castiglione del Lago (PG) on behalf of Agricola Laschi & Marchi S.S. Via Piave 55/F Sinalunga (SI)
Tuscan Elephant Garlic History:
The Tuscan Elephant Garlic company has specialised in the production of Tuscan Giant Garlic for over seven years and is distinguished by the quality of its products and its respect for Tuscan agricultural tradition. The cultivation of giant Tuscan garlic requires a great deal of care and attention, and the company strives to ensure that its products are always at their freshest and highest quality.
Aglione Sauce by Orto Fortunato: The Authentic Taste of Valdichiana
Bring the soul of inland Tuscany to your table with the Aglione Sauce by Orto Fortunato. This ready to use sauce celebrates one of the most precious and ancient culinary traditions of the Valdichiana and Val d'Orcia regions. Aglione, a unique species of garlic cherished since the time of the Etruscans, is famous for being incredibly delicate and digestible, offering a flavor that is both intense and remarkably sophisticated.
A Tradition Reborn
For centuries, Aglione has been a staple of traditional Tuscan families, surviving through the generations as a true local treasure. Orto Fortunato has dedicated its production to reviving this noble ingredient, helping food lovers everywhere rediscover its inimitable taste. Beyond its incredible flavor, Aglione is well known for its beneficial and purifying properties, making this sauce a healthy and delicious addition to your pantry.
Ingredients and Quality
This sauce is crafted with simplicity and respect for the raw material. Each jar is packed with the finest ingredients:
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Tomatoes: 90% sun-ripened tomatoes that provide a sweet, vibrant base.
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Valdichiana Aglione: 6% of this rare, traditional garlic for a deep, authentic aroma.
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Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Salt, and Chilli Pepper: Balanced perfectly to elevate the natural sweetness of the Aglione.
Serving Suggestions
This sauce is incredibly versatile and ready to use, making it perfect for quick yet gourmet meals. While it is the traditional and ideal pairing for Tuscan Pici pasta, it also shines when used to dress any type of pasta. For a more robust dish, feel free to add mushrooms, sausage, capers, anchovies, clams, mussels, or crispy rigatino.
Product Details
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Format: Elegant glass jar, 320 g net weight.
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Storage: Keep in a cool, dry place. Once opened, store in the refrigerator and consume within 3 days.
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Nutritional Values (per 100 g): 49 kcal, 0.5 g fat, 7.6 g carbohydrates (5.9 g sugars), 1.7 g fibre, 1.8 g protein, 1.15 g salt.
Vin santo di Montepulciano Cantine Dei, Tasting notes:
Golden yellow in colour with amber highlights, it has a wide range of aromas with hints of candied fruit, almond paste, acacia honey and apricot. In the mouth it is pleasantly sweet but balanced by an excellent freshness.
Cantine Dei
Cantine Dei is known as one of the best wine producers of Montepulciano. Every year their wines are awarded and recognized by critics as excellent.
At the Dei estate, arts merges with wine. Their cellar is the perfect example of how architecture and winemaking are working together for a stunning result.
Their wine are all based on the local Sangiovese production and their Nobile wine are among the best of the region.
Vin Santo from Montepulciano
Following the Chianti tradition, also in Montepulciano the sweet passito wine is called "Vin Santo".
Vin santo wine from Montepulciano is perfect to end your meal, dipping Cantucci in it. Or as a meditation wine.
Vispa Aglione Sauce Tuscan Elephant Garlic:
It goes well with all dishes, from bruschetta to sauces and main courses. Each jar contains 90g of cream, with 49% aglione.
Label:
Aglione cream
Val di Chiana aglione peppers 49%, extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, salt
Average nutritional values per 100g of product
energy 450kj-108kcal, fat 9.3g of which saturated 0.2g, carbohydrates 5.3g of which sugars 5.3g, protein 0.6g, salt 1.2g
Once opened, store in the refrigerator between 0° and 4° and consume within 4 days.
Processed and packaged in the factory in Via Piave 55/e Sinalunga (SI) on behalf of Agricola Laschi & Marchi S.S. Via Piave 55/F Sinalunga (SI)
Tuscan Elephant Garlic History:
The Tuscan Elephant Garlic company has specialised in the production of Tuscan Giant Garlic for over seven years and is distinguished by the quality of its products and its respect for Tuscan agricultural tradition. The cultivation of giant Tuscan garlic requires a great deal of care and attention, and the company strives to ensure that its products are always at their freshest and highest quality.
Orto Fortunato:
In Valdichiana, the tradition of Aglione has continued for centuries, reaching the present day and remaining present in traditional cuisine in many recipes.
Since Etruscan times, this particular species of garlic has marked the culinary tradition of inland Tuscany.
Remaining in the hearts of traditional families in Valdichiana and Val D'Orcia, it has managed to survive to the present day. Orto Fortunato has revived it and made it the focus of its production in order to help everyone rediscover its unique and inimitable flavour, educating them about the beneficial and purifying properties of the species.
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Packaging:
Glass jar 8 cm x Ø7 cm, net weight 200 g.
Ingredients:
50% Cinta Senese D.O.P. pork, onion, carrot, potato, celery, 6% Valdichiana garlic, wine (contains sulphites), extra virgin olive oil, salt and pepper.
Nutritional values per 100 g:
Energy 674 kJ / 162 kcal. Fat 9.2 g, of which saturated fatty acids 2.7 g. Carbohydrates 6.3 g, of which sugars 1.3 g. Protein 13 g. Salt 1.3 g.
Characteristics:
Ready to use. Store in a cool, dry place. Once opened, store in the refrigerator at 0°/+4°C and consume within 5 days.
How to use:
Perfect for dressing any type of pasta, especially traditional pici, or baked dishes. Also ideal with polen
Tuscany Wild Boar Ragù
Ideal for Tagliatelle, but also semolina, great for lasagna, cannelloni and Pici.
San Giobbe
Azienda Agricola San Giobbe is immersed in an oasis of tranquillity where the green hills of the Valdichiana are intertwined with millenary history and traditions. They breed the famous Chianina breed according to closed-cycle principles to guarantee a controlled meat, unrivalled in taste and nutritional properties.
Label:
Ingredients: wild boar meat 60% (from Tuscany), tomatoes (tomatoes corrected with citric acid), carrots, onions, celery, wine, salt, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, chilli pepper. Gluten-free, no added preservatives, with Tuscan wild boar.
Average nutritional values per 100 grams of product: energy value 472 kj, 113 kcal, fat 3.5 g of which saturated fatty acids 0.9 g, carbohydrates 2.7 g of which sugars 1.6 g, protein 16 g, salt 1.3 g.
Store in a cool, dry place. Once opened, keep refrigerated between 0° and 4° and consume within 5 days.
Società agricola san giobbe a.r.l. Via Mazzini 2 Chiusi (SI)
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Orto Fortunato:
In Valdichiana, the tradition of Aglione has continued for centuries, reaching the present day and remaining present in traditional cuisine in many recipes.
Since Etruscan times, this particular species of garlic has marked the culinary tradition of inland Tuscany.
Remaining in the hearts of traditional families in Valdichiana and Val D'Orcia, it has managed to survive to the present day. Orto Fortunato has revived it and made it the focus of its production in order to help everyone rediscover its unique and inimitable flavour, educating them about the beneficial and purifying properties of the species.
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Packaging:
Glass jar 11.5 cm x Ø 7.5 cm, net weight 320 g.
Ingredients:
Yellow tomatoes (90%), Valdichiana garlic (6%), basil, extra virgin olive oil, salt, chilli pepper.
Nutritional values per 100 g:
Energy 205 kJ / 49 kcal, Fat 0.5 g of which saturated fat 0 g, Carbohydrates 7.6 g of which sugars 5.9 g, Fibre 1.7 g, Protein 1.8 g, Salt 1.10 g.
Characteristics:
Ready to use. Once opened, store in the refrigerator and consume within 3 days.
How to Use:
Perfect for dressing any type of pasta, especially traditional pici, with the addition of mushrooms or sausage or capers and anchovies or clams/mussels or rigatino.
