OUR HISTORY

1943

In the heart of Empoli,
the Sammontana
story begins  To support his growing family, Romeo Bagnoli purchases the Empoli
dairy and names it “Sammontana,” after the farm
that had long supplied its fresh milk.

1955

An idea that
changes everything:

the metal tub.  Sammontana gelato is so good, everyone
wants a taste.
To share it beyond Empoli, Renzo and his brother Sergio
invent the very first
6-liter metal tub, making it possible
to
enjoy their gelato far and wide.

1959

An icon is born — the Barattolino  The 6-liter metal tub is reimagined into a smaller, freezer-friendly
size, bringing Sammontana gelato into homes across Italy.

2016

A COMMITMENT
TO THE FUTURE  Sammontana takes big steps toward sustainability, working
to protect the planet and stand beside future generations.

1946

A new dream takes shape
Sammontana
gelato is born. Romeo’s eldest son, Renzo, transforms the family dairy into a gelato
shop, crafting the very first batches of Sammontana gelato.

1957

A claim that says it all:
‘Gelati all’Italiana’ With pride in their craft and roots, Sammontana embraces
a slogan that celebrates authentic Italian gelato.

1980

The cone that
makes you “slurp”  World-famous designer Milton Glaser refreshes Sammontana’s
image, creating a bright, playful identity that captures hearts

and taste buds alike.

TODAY

It all began with a smile. Now, that same smile has crossed the ocean, arriving in the U.S. to share
a little sweetness with the world.

This is the story of a family, a dairy, and a dream — a long history of seventy seasons of
passion and goodness that continues to shine today, bringing a smile to the faces of all who
enjoy a Sammontana gelato.