A blind taste test of 28 brands led Gambero Rosso to select the 9 best tomato passatas sold in Italian supermarkets. The selection involved tastings with experts and detailed sensory evaluation.
The wide variety of options available makes it difficult to choose which passata to buy. According to the authors, many consumers end up deciding based on the packaging or intuition.
The list aims to guide the public in choosing quality products, since tomato passata is a staple in Italian kitchens, and is increasingly less prepared at home.
CURIOSITY: Name past The term comes from the Italian verb "passare" and refers to the method of preparation: tomatoes are passed through a filter or sieve, which separates the pulp from the skins and seeds. The result is a smooth and concentrated tomato puree, used as a base for sauces and other recipes.
The 9 best passatas on the market, according to Gambero Rosso.
1. Cirio – Passata di pomodoro Verace
Considered the best in the ranking, it stood out for its aroma of ripe tomatoes, balanced acidity, and silky texture. Despite the visible separation between water and pulp, it offers a clean and pleasant flavor.
Average price: €1,59 (700 g)
2. Santa Rosa – Pomodorissimo La Passata
It surprises with its sweetness and lightness. Despite its more opaque appearance, it is reminiscent of homemade preserves. It is fresh and without excess salt or acidity.
Average price: €1,19 (700 g)
3. Petti – Il Delicato, Passata extrafine
Produced in Tuscany, it combines a compact texture with fruity and slightly sweet notes. The moderate acidity and smooth aromatic profile ensure balance.
Average price: €1,99 (700 g)
4. Vitale – Passata di Pomodoro
Originating in Campania, it features a rustic texture, aromatic complexity, and a balance between sweetness, acidity, and salt.
Average price: €0,99 (690 g)
5. Rodolfi – Fior di passata
Made in Parma with local tomatoes. It has a characteristic flavor, a good balance between sweetness and acidity, and a slightly bitter finish.
Average price: €1,49 (690 g)
6. Mutti – Passata di Pomodoro
A traditional brand, it offers a full-bodied passata with a well-rounded flavor after cooking. It has an initial acidity that softens with heat.
Average price: €1,59 (700 g)
7. Casa Coricelli – Passata di Pomodoro
Of Umbrian origin, it delivers sweet notes, a light acidity, and a velvety texture. Even with a subtle aroma, it pleases the palate.
Average price: €1,39 (690 g)
8. De Rica – Passata
With a strong history in Italian advertising, it has a smooth and homogeneous texture. The flavor is balanced, with a light citric acidity and controlled sweetness.
Average price: €1,85 (700 g)
9. Sarchio – Passata di Pomodoro
Organic and additive-free, it comes from Tuscany. With a rustic appearance and citrus aroma, it has a light acidity and moderate sweetness.
Average price: €2,30 (425 g)
The tasting panel consisted of professionals from the Gambero Rosso editorial staff, chefs, sensory analysis specialists, and an olive oil taster.
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