“The beating heart of Sicilian wheat”: an image encapsulating the essence of Molini Riggi, a company that, with passion and dedication, has chosen to preserve and enhance the heritage of ancient Sicilian grains. A journey that begins in the island’s golden fields, where the sun kisses the ears of wheat and the wind caresses their tops, and culminates in the mill, where the magic of grinding transforms the grain into flours of the highest quality. Thanks to the commitment of the Riggi family, today this company is a point of reference not only for bakers and cooking enthusiasts, but for anyone wishing to rediscover the authentic flavors of a land rich in history and traditions. Every sack of flour contains a piece of Sicily, a sensory experience rooted in a thousand-year-old past.

Deep roots: a family history of passion for wheat and milling, passed down from generation to generation.

“Our history is inextricably linked to wheat and milling,” Marco Riggi proudly recounts during the interview, his voice betraying a deep love for his work. “From generation to generation, we have passed down the secrets of this ancient art, refining techniques and preserving the values that have guided us from the beginning: respect for tradition, passion for quality, and love for our territory.” A symbiotic bond with the land, a visceral love for wheat, an unwavering passion for milling: these are the founding values that guide every choice at Molini Riggi, a company that has skillfully combined artisan knowledge with modern technologies, preserving the authenticity of its products intact.

Ancient Sicilian grains: a heritage of biodiversity to preserve, a treasure of flavors and nutritional properties.

Molini Riggi stands out for its choice to exclusively use ancient Sicilian grains, a heritage of biodiversity to be preserved and enhanced. “We use varieties such as Perciasacchi, Russello, Maiorca, and Timilia, grains that have stood the test of time and that give our flours unique organoleptic characteristics and a superior nutritional profile,” Marco Riggi explains knowledgeably. The choice of these ancient grains is not only a matter of taste, but also of health: the flours obtained are more digestible, rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals, a true treasure for our bodies.

The stone-ground milling process: an art that respects the nature of the grain, preserving its organoleptic qualities.

“Stone grinding is a slow and delicate process that respects the nature of the grain and preserves its organoleptic properties intact,” Marco Riggi emphasizes. Molini Riggi uses ancient stone mills, which, with their slow and constant movement, prevent the overheating of the grain, thus preserving vitamins, minerals, and essential oils. This milling method allows us to obtain whole and semi-whole flours of the highest quality, rich in fiber and with an intense and aromatic flavor, which tell the story of Sicilian wheat. However, when finer flour is needed, cylinder milling is used, while still remaining faithful to their pursuit of quality.

The variety of products: flours for every need and taste, a journey to discover the authentic flavors of Sicily.

Molini Riggi offers a wide range of flours, designed to meet the needs of bakers, pastry chefs, and cooking enthusiasts. “We produce whole wheat, semi-whole wheat, type 1 and type 2 flours, ancient grain flours, and special flours for pizza and fresh pasta, each with its own characteristics and aromas,” Marco Riggi explains enthusiastically. A rich and varied selection that allows you to rediscover the authentic flavors of Sicilian wheat and experiment with new recipes, creating unique and inimitable baked goods and dishes.

The commitment to sustainability: a respect for the environment and the territory, a future marked by quality and responsibility.

“We are deeply connected to our territory and feel responsible for its protection,” Marco Riggi emphasizes with conviction. Molini Riggi adopts sustainable agricultural practices, such as crop rotation, reduced use of pesticides, and the enhancement of biodiversity, to preserve soil fertility and ensure a future marked by quality and responsibility. An approach that goes beyond production, embracing social and environmental responsibility.

An authentic experience: visiting Molini Riggi and discovering the secrets of milling, a journey into the flavors and knowledge of Sicily.

Visiting Molini Riggi is an unforgettable experience, a sensory journey into the heart of the most authentic Sicily. “We welcome visitors to our mill to show them the stone-grinding process, tell them the story of our ancient grains, and let them taste our flours, explaining how to use our products and providing ideas and inspiration,” Marco Riggi warmly recounts. A unique opportunity to discover the secrets of an ancient art and savor the authentic flavors of Sicilian wheat.

“The beating heart of Sicilian wheat”: a legacy of flavors that continues to live, a treasure to be preserved and passed down.

“The beating heart of Sicilian wheat”: an expression that encapsulates the essence of Molini Riggi, a company that has been able to preserve and enhance a heritage of traditions, carrying it proudly into the future. A legacy of authentic flavors and ancient knowledge that continues to live in its products, a treasure to be preserved and passed down to future generations.