Italian chefs have long-prized the unequaled sweet, delicate texture of true San Marzanos grown and packed in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius. During its day, there was no better canned tomato in the world. But because of escalating labor costs, true San Marzanos are, with rare exceptions, no longer available. That's why by using specially selected varieties and growers, Stanislaus has produced the closest thing to Old Italy in America - Alta Cucina Plum Tomatoes - soft, sweet, tender and ultra-premium quality for the chef who insists on the very best available!