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Italo is an artisanal yeast-leavened pastry made with organic candied orange peel from the Sibari Plain and dried raisins soaked in " Passito di Saracena." A Calabrian specialty with an intense aroma and an elegant flavor.

Panettone
Passito di Saracena
Mazzarrone PGI Table Grapes
Candied Orange Paste

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Ingredients and Allergens
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Wheat Flour · Butter · Water · Pasteurized Egg Yolks · Fresh sourdough starter · Natural wheat yeast (powder) · Dried raisins made from “Mazzarrone IGP Table Grapes” · Candied orange peel from the Sibari Plain · Organic orange paste · “Rocca Imperiale IGP Lemon” paste · Organic honey · Sugar · Salt

Preparation
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It all begins the day before, with three feedings of the sourdough starter at four-hour intervals, until it triples in size and smells of milk and flowers. In the evening, the first dough is prepared: type 0 flour, yeast, some cream butter, pasteurized egg yolks, and sugar, then left to rise for twelve hours. At dawn, the second dough is prepared, incorporating the remaining flour, salt, the remaining egg yolks, and organic honey, until the dough is shiny and elastic. Only at this point, on low speed, are the dough, the candied orange peel from Sibari, and the raisins soaked in “ Passito di Saracena ” added. The dough is shaped by hand, rested, and allowed to rise in paper cups until it reaches the rim; it is then baked at a controlled temperature and cooled upside down to set the honeycomb texture.

Italo

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Italo is an artisanal yeast-leavened pastry made with organic candied orange peel from the Sibari Plain and dried raisins soaked in " Passito di Saracena." A Calabrian specialty with an intense aroma and an elegant flavor.

Panettone
Passito di Saracena
Mazzarrone PGI Table Grapes
Candied Orange Paste

Pre-orders are now open!

You can pre-order "Il Natale del Regno di Italo" now.
Orders placed between October 15 and November 15 will be shipped by December 1, with free shipping throughout Italy.

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60.00 EUR
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Wheat Flour · Butter · Water · Pasteurized Egg Yolks · Fresh sourdough starter · Natural wheat yeast (powder) · Dried raisins made from “Mazzarrone IGP Table Grapes” · Candied orange peel from the Sibari Plain · Organic orange paste · “Rocca Imperiale IGP Lemon” paste · Organic honey · Sugar · Salt

Preparation
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It all begins the day before, with three feedings of the sourdough starter at four-hour intervals, until it triples in size and smells of milk and flowers. In the evening, the first dough is prepared: type 0 flour, yeast, some cream butter, pasteurized egg yolks, and sugar, then left to rise for twelve hours. At dawn, the second dough is prepared, incorporating the remaining flour, salt, the remaining egg yolks, and organic honey, until the dough is shiny and elastic. Only at this point, on low speed, are the dough, the candied orange peel from Sibari, and the raisins soaked in “ Passito di Saracena ” added. The dough is shaped by hand, rested, and allowed to rise in paper cups until it reaches the rim; it is then baked at a controlled temperature and cooled upside down to set the honeycomb texture.

Italo

Timeless, authentic, one-of-a-kind.

Italo is the classic “ panettone ” according to Re Italo—the recipe from which everything else stems. It is born from the union of two symbols of the Sibari Plain: organic orange zest, slowly candied in our workshop to preserve the peel’s essential oil, and dried raisins soaked in “ Passito di Saracena,” which imparts vanilla, orange blossom honey, and a vinous note. A drizzle of organic honey from local beekeepers is added to the dough, enhancing its sweetness without weighing it down. The result is a soft, deeply citrusy leavened bread, perfectly balanced in every aspect, where no single flavor overpowers the others. Italo doesn’t follow confectionery trends—he anticipates them, with the calm confidence of someone who knows his land well.

Ingredients

Sibari Plain Orange

The oranges from the Sibari Plain grow in the same microclimate as the IGP Clementines, overlooking the Ionian Sea and nourished by abundant sunshine. The peel we use in our doughs is hand-selected and candied using a slow, artisanal method that respects the peel’s structure and preserves the essential oil that gives it its aroma. The result is a peel that is a far cry from the chemical taste of industrial candied fruit: it has the scent of a Calabrian citrus grove in late summer.

Ingredients

Dried raisins made from “Mazzarrone Table Grapes PGI”

Dried raisins made from Mazzarrone PGI table grapes. The drying process concentrates the grapes’ natural sweetness and enhances their aromatic profile, while maintaining a soft and pleasant texture. On the palate, they are intense and enveloping, with notes of ripe fruit, delicate floral undertones, and a finish reminiscent of honey. A small fruit rich in character, ideal for enjoying on its own or for enhancing desserts and recipes.

Ingredients

Moscato di Saracena Passito

The most award-winning Calabrian passito wine, winner of Gambero Rosso’s 3 Bicchieri, the highest honor bestowed by the Italian food and wine guide. It is the wine we use to soak the dried raisins made from “Uva da Tavola di Mazzarrone IGP” grapes at Italo’ Panettone . The result is a raisin bursting with the aromas of the South: vanilla, orange blossom honey, and dried fruit.

Ingredients

Organic Calabrian Honey

Sourced from local beekeepers, with no chemical treatments or industrial heat. We use it in our dough as a partial substitute for sugar: it adds aromatic complexity and helps preserve the product naturally.

TASTING NOTES

Italo

A “ panettone ” of rare elegance. The candied orange peel from the Sibari Plain opens with bright notes of Mediterranean citrus, while the dried raisins made from “Mazzarrone IGP Table Grapes,” soaked in “Tre Bicchieri” Moscato di Saracena Passito, bring a sweet, vinous depth. Silky texture, generous air pockets, and a long, warm finish. Tradition at its finest.

Signature Ingredient

Candied Orange Peel from the Sibari Plain · Moscato di Saracena Passito

Olfactory Profile

Candied Citrus · Acacia Honey · Vanilla · Fortified Wine

Structure

Soft, Airy · Plump and Tender Raisins

Pairing

Moscato d'Asti · Passito Calabrese · Demi-sec Champagne

Sweetness

Intensity of the perceived sweetness from sugar and candied fruit

Intensity

Overall intensity of flavor, from the initial taste to the aftertaste

Aromaticity

Richness and clarity of aroma, both on the palate and on the nose

Complexity

Layers and contrasts that unfold with every bite

Persistence

The duration of the taste and aroma that lingers after swallowing

No Compromises. Ever.

Our Commitment

Every decision we make in our bakery in Corigliano-Rossano is guided by one principle: if it’s not the best, it doesn’t go into the dough. Certified Calabrian DOP and IGP ingredients, natural yeast tended to daily, and a rising process lasting over 48 hours. This is our commitment to those who choose U Re Italo: to deliver exactly what we expect from a product that bears the name of a king.

Passito di Saracena
Handcrafted
Handmade
PDO and PGI ingredients
Artisanal Candied Fruits
48+ hour fermentation
Slow Processing
Limited Production
Artisanal Baking
Protected Designation of Origin
Low in Calories
Panettone
Preservative-Free
Natural Yeast
Passito di Saracena
Handcrafted
Handmade
PDO and PGI ingredients
Artisanal Candied Fruits
48+ hour fermentation
Slow Processing
Limited Production
Artisanal Baking
Protected Designation of Origin
Low in Calories
Panettone
Preservative-Free
Natural Yeast

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Frequently Asked Questions

Honest answers to the questions you ask us most often.
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What countries do you ship to?
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We ship to Italy and to the following European countries: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, France, Germany, Hungary, Ireland, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, and Sweden.

At this time we do not ship to the USA and UK.

How much is the shipping cost?
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The cost varies depending on the destination country and the number of items purchased. The exact amount is shown at checkout.

How can I use my discount code?
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During checkout you will find a field dedicated to entering the discount code. Once applied, the discount will be automatically calculated on the total amount.

What payment methods do you accept?
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We accept credit and debit cards, PayPal, Apple and Google Pay and other secure methods shown during checkout.

Can I send an order to an address other than my own?
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Certainly. Simply enter the recipient's contact information in the dedicated section of the checkout.

Can corporate orders or corporate gifts be placed?
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Yes. We offer customized solutions for corporations, multiple orders and corporate gifts. Contact us to receive a dedicated proposal.

How can I contact support?
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You can use the contact form on the website or write to us at the email address listed in the support section.

Reviews

The Opinion of Those Who Matter

The sold-out signs speak for themselves. Our customers’ words speak even louder.
These are the words of those who chose U Re Italo—and never went back to panettone .

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Calabria Food Tour

An panettone that won me over right away. Authentic flavors and aromas of Calabria, made with carefully selected ingredients sourced entirely from the region: from Rossano oranges to Sibari clementines, from Rocca Imperiale lemons to Calabrian licorice, all the way to the exquisite passito di Saracena. A true masterpiece!

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Excellence in Calabria

A product of exceptional quality, enhanced by the unique aroma of organic Calabrian clementines from Sibari and Italian raisins. A refined and authentic taste experience.

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Francesco S.

What a treat—especially the candied fruit! Soft, fragrant, and incredibly flavorful, they make this panettone special.

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Francesca M.

Wonderful products, a true highlight of our region. Authentic flavors, high-quality ingredients, and craftsmanship that shines through with every bite!

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IFP Calabria

I've never tasted a panettone before! It's soft, fragrant, and perfectly balanced—you can really taste the quality of the ingredients used.

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Salone deGusto

Quality, craftsmanship, and identity. The panettone that won over the jury of the "La Calabria nel cuore del Panettone" competition, organized in collaboration with Conpait and deGusto.

THE METHOD

Slow, deliberate, one-of-a-kind.

In the "artisanal panettone" market, it's easy to cut corners. We don't. Every step of our process serves a specific purpose and contributes to the final quality. Every panettone Re Italo panettone is the result of a slow, careful, and deliberate process: four stages that cannot be rushed.

Clementines from the Sibari Plain

Step 01 — Selection

Ingredients with an ID

It all starts with a choice. Every ingredient is PDO or PGI certified, sourced from Calabria, and passes our workshop’s rigorous selection process. PDO licorice, PDO Dottati figs from Cosenza, PGI clementines from the Sibari Plain, and Passito di Saracena: no ingredient enters our workshop without a verifiable history behind it. We make no compromises when it comes to raw materials.

Processing

Step 02 — Proofing

36 Hours of Proofing, with Active Sourdough Starter

Our sourdough starter is alive, tended to every day, and has a history of its own. It is the heart of every dough: what determines the texture, aroma, and digestibility of the finished product. It requires daily care and a lengthy process that the industry cannot afford. We can. The result is a soft, easily digestible dough with a natural shelf life that requires no preservatives.

Chocolate

Step 03 — Processing

Handmade, limited edition

After the dough panettone , the panettone for over 48 hours. During this time—which cannot be shortened without compromising every aspect of the final product—the yeast breaks down the sugars, develops the aromas, and makes the dough soft, airy, and fragrant.
Haste is our only enemy.

Cooking

Step 04 — Cooking

Cooking and Packaging

Artisanal baking at a controlled temperature. Upside-down cooling to preserve the honeycomb structure. Hand-packed in packaging designed to arrive intact anywhere in Europe. Every panettone leaves the bakery is treated as if it were the only one.

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Italo

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Italo is an artisanal yeast-leavened pastry made with organic candied orange peel from the Sibari Plain and dried raisins soaked in " Passito di Saracena." A Calabrian specialty with an intense aroma and an elegant flavor.

Panettone
Passito di Saracena
Mazzarrone PGI Table Grapes
Candied Orange Paste

Pre-orders are now open!

You can pre-order "Il Natale del Regno di Italo" now.
Orders placed between October 15 and November 15 will be shipped by December 1, with free shipping throughout Italy.

Free shipping within
XX:XX:XX:XX
60.00 EUR
50.00 EUR
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Ingredients and Allergens
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Wheat Flour · Butter · Water · Pasteurized Egg Yolks · Fresh sourdough starter · Natural wheat yeast (powder) · Dried raisins made from “Mazzarrone IGP Table Grapes” · Candied orange peel from the Sibari Plain · Organic orange paste · “Rocca Imperiale IGP Lemon” paste · Organic honey · Sugar · Salt

Preparation
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A premium dough made with Type 0 flour and soft wheat sourdough starter, enriched with cream butter and pasteurized egg yolk for a velvety softness. Dried raisins made from “Mazzarrone IGP Table Grapes” combine with candied zest and organic orange paste from the Sibari Plain, creating a refined citrus aroma. The balanced sweetness of the sugar blends with notes of natural vanilla, while a touch of salt enhances every nuance. A masterpiece of tradition and carefully selected ingredients.

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