Mezze Penne Rigate No 28 - European Score 100/100

European Score analysis

Rummo's Mezze Penne Rigate No 28 is an Italian pasta achieving a perfect European Score of 100. The breakdown awards 35 points each for Italian company headquarters and manufacturing in Benevento, Campania, 10 for ingredients, 15 for distribution, and 5 for proximity. The certifications sub-score is 0, as the labels — Certified by Veritas, FSC, and FSC Mix — relate to packaging certification rather than food production standards.

Origins are listed as European Union and non-European Union, indicating that the durum wheat used may come from both EU and non-EU sources. Manufacturing is confirmed at Rummo's historic pasta facility in Benevento. The product is distributed across France, Italy, the Netherlands, and Spain. The FSC certification relates to the sustainability of packaging materials.

Within the penne rigate category, the product ranks at the 94th percentile across 87 products assessed — placing it in the top 6% of a large and competitive field. This is one of the highest percentile results in this batch. For a European-minded shopper, the Italian manufacturing heritage, confirmed production location in Benevento, and strong category ranking are compelling credentials. The mixed EU and non-EU ingredient origins are worth noting for those who prioritise exclusively European ingredient sourcing. Rummo's reputation for slow-drying pasta methods, while not formally documented in the fact sheet, is reflected in the brand's market positioning within the category.