EUROPOMELLA SpA Since 1929

Company Profile

Thursday, 13 February 14 A long history of tradition and innovation making cheese in the rural heart of

Europomella has been making cheese using traditional methods for over eighty years. Together with its accumulated know-how it has developed a research team ready to use innovative techniques to high quality traditional products. Our desire in blending traditional processes with innovative methods has helped us to establish a high level of international certification and boasts customers in all parts of the world.

Thursday, 13 February 14 THE COMPANY IN BRIEF

Name: Europomella S.p.A.

Location: Italy Region,

Date founded: December 2003 Europomella’s parent company Pomella was founded in 1929

Area: 3630sqm (39000 Sq ft)

Staff: 50 Employees (including 8 employees for each shift)

Company Turnover: € 9,600,000 (for fiscal year 2011) €10,300,000 (for fiscal year 2012) €13,500,000 (estimate for fiscal year 2013)

Products: Production and Sale of fresh and IQF cheeses

Thursday, 13 February 14 HISTORY

The history of the Pomella family in cheesemaking Europomella S.p.A. was founded in December 2003 began in 1929 in the heart of the Italian region by the International Investment Financial Group known as "Ciociaria", a rich and fertile area around Investor J.S.C. of Kharkov with the aim of acquiring and including the . the Production and trading Branch of the family owned “Pomella S.p.A.”. The first family dairy plant used precious water buffalo milk which, together with the hands of the The President of the Board of Directors is Gennady experienced "Cheese-Masters" began producing Gayevoy and the Managing Director is Ashot "unique" Mozzarella di Bufala DOP using the Amiryan, who manages the company with the traditional methods used by generations of cheese support of the former management team and Mr. makers. Gerardo Cinque who manages the International Division. These methods are still used today when making both Mozzarella and other traditional fresh Italian The modern production plant covers in excess of cheese. 3,630m2 near the town of Ferentino, Frosinone.

Thursday, 13 February 14 CERTIFICATIONS & QUALITY CONTROL

Europomella fully complies with the following International Standards and is certified:

British Retail Council International Food Standard Highest level Highest level

Europomella’s “Mozzarella di Bufala” site and process is the only that has been audited and approved by the Joint Commission of FDA and the Italian Ministry of Health

Mozzarella di Bufala PDO checks Japanese Ministry by CSQA (Italian Ministry of of Health Political Agriculture regarding the PDO status)

Protected Designation of Origin status International Halal Authority (checked by CSQA)

Current Pending Certifications: Kosher

Thursday, 13 February 14 PRODUCTS

Traditional Methods Innovative Techniques Authentic taste and quality from an established Product uniformity heritage Regular high quality health and safety controls Facility and machinery development Product research & development

A Fusion of Tradition and Innovation that offers the following range of products: Mozzarella di Bufala (fresh & IQF) Fiordilatte - mozzarella made with cow’s milk (fresh & IQF) Mascarpone (fresh, long-life fresh & IQF) RIcotta di Bufala (fresh & IQF) Ricotta (fresh & IQF) Italian Blue Cheese - dolce/piccante (IQF) Italian Hard Cheese (Grana, Parmiggiano, Parmesan, etc. IQF)

Thursday, 13 February 14 IQF TECHNOLOGY

“Individual Quick Frozen” is a freezing technique that maintains both the taste and texture of food products by exposing them to very low temperatures for just a few moments. This prevents the grouping of water molecules and the breakage of their cellular structure which causes the expansion that occurs when using more traditional methods, thereby preventing the deterioration in taste that usually follows freezing.

SHELF-LIFE A product that has been frozen using the IQF technique can be stored for up to 12 months, eliminating the need to monitor expiry dates.

SAVING TIME AND MONEY Europomella cheeses are ready for use in that each product is available pre-cut into different formats, from large blocks to fine slices.

DEFROSTING PERIOD Due to the small dimensions of each individual product, the defrosting process is completed within 1-2 hours at room temperature.

EUROPOMELLA is committed to entering new international markets, offering the very best of frozen Italian foodstuffs. A highly advanced freezing technique allows fresh cheeses such as mozzarella and ricotta to be consumed at any moment in any place – as if it were made the same day!

ZERO WASTE Due to the simple system of small portions, the exact amount required can be defrosted and consumed whilst conserving absolute freshness, ensuring minimal product loss.

BETTER COST CONTROL Each product is individually frozen, meaning that costs can be contained down to each single serving.

FRESHNESS Each Europomella cheese that has been frozen using the IQF method preserves its original quality in terms of taste, texture and appearance. The technique also eliminates the need of draining the water which is normally produced with more traditional processes.

Thursday, 13 February 14 MOZZARELLA DI BUFALA / FIOR DI LATTE

Fresh Mozzarella di Bufala Campana Burrata (100g, 125g, 250g) PDO (100g, 125g, 250g)

Mozzarella Fiordilatte (Cow’s Pearls (10-50g pieces in 100-500g cups) Ideal for: salads and cold dishes Milk) (100g, 125g, 250g) IQF

Pearls (1g, 2g, 5g, 10g, 20g) Logs (400g, 1000g) Ideal for: salads, cold dishes, baked products Ideal for: pizza, baked products, hot dishes

Sticks (0.8g, 8g) Fiordilatte (Cow’s Milk) Ideal for: pizza, baked products, deep-fried, coated (100g, 125g, 250g) in breadcrumbs, stuffing Ideal for: eating as they are once defrosted! Buffalo Mozzarella Medallions/Slices (10g, 18g, 25g) (100g, 125g, 250g) Ideal for: pizza, salads (especially caprese), baked Ideal for: eating as they are once defrosted! products Burrata Diced/Shredded/Julienne (100g, 125g, 250g) Ideal for: pizza, baked products, hot dishes Ideal for: eating as they are once defrosted!

Thursday, 13 February 14 MASCARPONE

Fresh IQF

Mascarpone (250g, 500g) Mascarpone (crumble in 1kg bags) Ideal for: tiramisu, desserts, cakes, pasta Ideal for: tiramisu, desserts, cakes, pasta dishes dishes Also available - Mascarpone Light

NEW! Long-Life Mascarpone •Shelf-life of at least 180 days •No need for freezer storage (IQF: -18°C) •Can be shipped via sea, lowering transport costs •Product versatility: can be used as is or whipped •Packaging eliminates potential foreign body contamination •Recyclable packaging (Tetra) that can be crushed to reduce waste disposal volume •Zero waste (product pours from carton) •Uses high-quality milk from Grana Padano •Brik (cuboid) format means that shipping volume is maximized

Thursday, 13 February 14 OTHER IQF PRODUCTS

IQF Italian Blue Cheese Dolce (crumble in 1kg bags) Ideal for: pizza, stuffing, pasta dishes, baked products The milder alternative to Gorgonzola

IQF Italian Blue Cheese Piccante (crumble in 1kg bags) Ideal for: pizza, stuffing, pasta dishes, baked products The spicy, tangy alternative to Gorgonzola

IQF Buffalo Ricotta IQF Padamix (grated in 1kg (crumble in 1kg bags) bags) desserts, cakes, pasta Ideal for: Ideal for: toppings for pasta, pizza, dishes, stuffing (ravioli, tortellini, etc.) etc.

IQF Cow’s Milk Ricotta (crumble in 1kg bags) Ideal for: desserts, cakes, pasta dishes, stuffing (ravioli, tortellini, etc.)

Thursday, 13 February 14 EUROPOMELLA SpA Since 1929

ITALIAN PRE-PREPARED FROZEN APPETIZERS

Together with its partners, Europomella has developed a range of frozen appetizers, vegetables and finger food that have long been part of the traditional Italian cuisine. As always Europomella has brought its desire in blending traditional processes with innovative methods to establish a high level of products that are shipped to all parts of the world.

Thursday, 13 February 14 FRIED APPETIZERS

Small Breaded Mozzarella (1kg bag) Small mozzarella balls coated in breadcrumbs with a pinch of salt

Mozzarella in Carrozza (1kg bag) Fried bread filled with mozzarella and anchovies

Peticrok (1kg bag) Mozzarella, potato and italian seasoning coated in breadcrumbs

Zucchini Blossoms in Batter with Mozzarella (1kg bag) Fresh zucchini blossoms fried in batter with mozzarella and a choice of either ham or anchovies

Thursday, 13 February 14 FRIED APPETIZERS

Supplì - Rice Balls with Mozzarella (1kg bag) Rice balls stuffed with mozzarella and coated in breadcrumbs with a pinch of salt

Battered Artichokes (1kg bag) Artichokes fried in batter with or without mozzarella

Olives “All’Ascolana” (1kg bag) Stoneless green olives stuffed with beef, pork, mortadella and covered with breadcrumbs

Battered Peppers (1kg bag) Fresh peppers fried in batter

Thursday, 13 February 14 TRACEABILITY

• Europomella has developed a system which • Other raw material suppliers considered ‘critical’ identifies and traces product lots which is also such as rennet, starter, salt and food contact applied to all raw materials (including packaging packaging are assessed using a food safety materials and processing aids), all processing questionnaire which is evaluated and approved stages and the shipment of the finished product by Europomella to the final customer • The company procedures detail an emergency • The traceability policy is currently tested every procedure for minimum acceptable requirements six months during internal audits and an archive is maintained • Europomella tests its traceability system to ensure as to its efficiency in determining the • The approvals procedure for suppliers includes process from raw materials to finished product criteria for initial acceptance and on-going and includes quantity checks and mass balance. approval checks based on risk assessment. This This occurs at a predetermined frequency and procedure includes raw materials, packaging the results are archived for future inspections and services • The company is certified by the Consortium of • Milk suppliers are required to sign an annual Buffalo Milk and segregation and scheduling specification contract which is then approved by procedures are put in place to maintain the the Consortium of Buffalo Milk preservation of identity. Each batch of finished product is checked for presence of sheep and cow’s milk. Incoming milk is always checked for authenticity.

Thursday, 13 February 14 PRIVATE LABEL

Europomella’s extensive attributes that have seen it successfully marry traditionally high quality Italian cheeses with a modern and innovative production process make it the ideal partner for projects that require special customizations.

Many projects have been successfully implemented from simple packaging design through to specially studied products adapted for specific uses and processes.

NOTE: The brands above are just a random selection of the many customers that Europomella have the pleasure in supplying

Thursday, 13 February 14 Europomella International Division [email protected]

Thursday, 13 February 14