Gran Ducale
Gran Ducale represents traditional Italian yeast-based specialities, reimagined for a broad, international market. The brand is part of the Italian bakery Il Vecchio Forno, which has been renowned for decades for its products made with natural leavening and a clear commitment to quality.
Gran Ducale combines Italian festive traditions with an accessible, versatile product range – ideal for a variety of consumption occasions and distribution channels.
The products are based on classic recipes and are produced using traditional methods with lievito madre and long proving times. This results in the characteristic lightness, a balanced flavour and consistently high quality.
Traditional festive bakery with a modern twist
Gran Ducale offers a wide selection of seasonal cakes – from classic panettone and pandoro to modern variations with creative fillings.
- Classic panettone in various sizes and shapes
- Pandoro as a timeless alternative
- Filled varieties with chocolate, pistachio, lemon or tiramisu
This variety allows us to specifically target different customer groups – from classic indulgences to trendy flavour profiles. What sets Gran Ducale apart
- Traditional production: Lievito Madre and long dough fermentation
- Wide product range: From classic to innovative, various formats
- International focus: Scalable production and reliable availability
- Strong heritage: Part of an established Italian baking tradition
- Flexible positioning: Suitable for retail, seasonal and impulse sections