VIVALDI was founded in 2009 from an experience of over 30 years of Nicola Arnoldi in the dairy and cheese sector. He was born and raised in a family of cheese seasoners in Taleggio, a small village in the valley that brings the same name: Val Taleggio (Bergamo). In 1989 he moved to Valsassina (LC) where he worked as sales director of a leading dairy company of the area, and during his works he managed to considerably develop the company’s presence on the foreign market.
Thanks to his extensive travels in Europe, America and Asia, Nicola realized how much foreign consumers know and appreciate Italian Food and how their requests are becoming increasingly demanding. This led to his decision to start a new commercial structure, VIVALDI, aimed at matching the demands of the global market with the supply of Italian traditional cheese.
THE ITALIAN CHEESE MAKING TRADITION WITHIN EASY REACH
Italy occupies a leading position in the dairy and cheese sector worldwide; the excellence of its products is embodied in a wide variety of cheese, 42 of which have obtained the recognition of Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) from the European Community. In these cases, the cheese is made, ripened and packed in specific areas, according to defined criteria and with specific characteristics that allow the consumers to recognize its authenticity; each one has a Consortium that ensures the respect of the conditions and of all the legal requirements. In the majority of the cases, the cheese is made in family-run small businesses, and this contributes to link the products sales to the area of production. Thanks to VIVALDI these producers can now reach International markets.
OUR CONSULTANCY
In the past 10 years the value of Italian cheese exports has doubled, reaching record figures. Increasing numbers of foreign importers are interested in the wide range of Italian cheese and their exceptional flavours and aromas. This is where VIVALDI comes to play, identifying and selecting possible suppliers of Italian cheese for importers and large foreign distribution chains. VIVALDI handles the orders directly, ensuring that the labelling and certifications required by the various legislations around the world are respected; it pays special attention to the shipment and delivery of the goods, guaranteeing quick supplies and maximum quality in the service.
VIVALDI IN USA
The United States of America are one of the major markets for Italian agro-food products, in terms of size and development potentials. The “Italian cusine” is in fact widely appreciated as it is considered to be tasty and healthy. Health is a very important topic since Michelle Obama has started a fight against obesity. In recent years, the consumption of Italian cheese has had a considerable increase, becoming the most sold compared to other imported cheese as French and New Zealander.
The Big Italian cheese such as Grana Padano PDO, Parmigiano Reggiano PDO, Gorgonzola PDO, Asiago PDO and Provolone Valpadana PDO are very appreciated even if there is a marked preference for soft cheese like Taleggio PDO and for fresh products like Mozzarella and Mascarpone.
Leading specialty food supplier in U.S.A. is “Gourmet Foods International” which with its warehouses located in Florida, Georgia, Colorado and New Jersey succeeds in serving customers in all 50 states. GFI mission has always been to pursue excellence in the food industry, emphasizing the quality, craftsmanship and freshness of the products. The mission has remained the same since 1967, when Russell McCall driven by his passion and love for the world’s finest food opened his first cheese and wine shop in Atlanta. Today, in GFI warehouses there are 7 000 regular stock products coming from all over the world.
Taleggio PDO, Mozzarella di Bufala Campana PDO, Gorgonzola PDO, Parmigiano Reggiano PDO and Fontal are the VIVALDI brand products that reach American consumers through GFI’s distribution channels and they promote the Italian dairy tradition abroad.
VIVALDI Srl
Via Provinciale 23 - 23819 PRIMALUNA (LC)
Telefono +39 0341 996094
info@vivaldifood.eu - PIVA 03601980166