Bucatini – Strampelli
Pastificio Strampelli produces its Bucatini in Amatrice, applying rigorous technical standards to one of the most complex pasta shapes in Italian tradition. The foundation of this production is durum wheat semolina grown in Lazio, selected for its amber colour and high gluten content, factors that determine the pasta’s strength and elasticity. The dough is prepared with water from the Apennine springs, a local ingredient that contributes to a clean flavour and optimal hydration of the fibres. The production process honours the scientific legacy of Nazareno Strampelli, applying methods designed to preserve the identity of the wheat and the agricultural biodiversity of the region.
The bronze-die extrusion stage is essential for giving Bucatini their renowned texture. The pressure exerted by the dies creates a rough surface rich in micro-fissures, distinguishing this product from smoother industrial versions. The central hole, the defining characteristic of the shape, is designed to allow even cooking between the inside and outside while also holding the sauce, creating an explosion of flavour with every bite. The structure of Strampelli Bucatini is designed to offer vigorous chewiness, maintaining the firm, resilient texture that distinguishes premium pasta made according to traditional artisanal rhythms.
The slow drying process is the final stage in securing the product’s quality. The bucatini are arranged on frames and left to rest for extended periods at low temperatures, avoiding any thermal alteration of the starches and proteins. This method allows the pasta to release an exceptionally fragrant roasted-wheat aroma during cooking. The care devoted to this stage ensures structural stability, preventing the pasta from breaking or clumping and making it possible to create dishes in which the fluidity of the sauce and the solidity of the pasta come together in harmonious balance.
In gastronomy, Strampelli Bucatini are the natural partner of Amatriciana, with their internal cavity capturing the flavours of guanciale and tomato. The transparency of the supply chain and the connection with the Viterbo and Rieti areas offer consumers a traceable product of absolute reliability. Every package is the result of an ethical choice that prioritises the quality of local agricultural work over globalised production models. Choosing Strampelli Bucatini means bringing to the table a pasta with a strong character, capable of elevating any meal with the history and authenticity of a pasta-making tradition that has endured through time and the challenges of industrial production.
