G.L. Mezzetta, Inc.
About G.L. Mezzetta, Inc.
Company overview
G.L. Mezzetta, Inc. specializes in the production and distribution of premium Italian-inspired gourmet foods, including olives, pickled peppers, antipasti, pasta sauces, and marinades, sourced from family farms in California and imported from Mediterranean regions. As a family-owned processor, the company emphasizes hand-packing and traditional recipes to deliver high-quality, jarred products for retail and foodservice channels, fostering culinary inspiration through authentic flavors and sustainable sourcing practices. It operates a vertically integrated model from sourcing to packaging, supporting a diverse portfolio that enhances everyday meals and special gatherings with Mediterranean zest. Product Breakdown Olives and Stuffed Varieties: G.L. Mezzetta produces a range of premium olives, including super mammoth, garlic-stuffed, and blue cheese-filled options, hand-packed in brine to preserve authentic Mediterranean flavors for use in appetizers, salads, and martinis. Peppers and Pickled Vegetables: The company offers pickled peppers such as cherry, hot chili, and roasted red varieties, alongside giardiniera and other pickled assortments, processed in glass jars to maintain crisp texture and tangy profiles suitable for antipasti platters and meal accompaniments. Antipasti and Tapas: Products include marinated artichoke hearts, mushrooms, and sun-dried tomatoes, curated for sharing-style servings that blend Italian heritage with convenient, ready-to-eat formats for casual dining and entertaining. Pasta Sauces and Marinades: G.L. Mezzetta manufactures Napa Valley-inspired marinara, roasted garlic, and Calabrian chili sauces, alongside teriyaki and balsamic glazes, formulated with fresh ingredients to elevate pasta dishes, grilling, and dipping applications. Specialty Sauces and Oils: The lineup features finishing oils, hot sauces, and bruschetta toppers, emphasizing bold, regional tastes derived from family recipes to complement a variety of culinary preparations from pizzas to charcuterie boards.
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Valuation
| Line Item | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenues | $380 MM | $250 MM | $90 MM | $120 MM | $65 MM |
| Gross Profit | $190 MM | $125 MM | $45 MM | $60 MM | $32.50 MM |
| Net Income (Loss) | $43 MM | $25 MM | $9 MM | $12 MM | $6.50 MM |
| Line Item | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $850 MM | $720 MM | $680 MM | $650 MM | $600 MM |
| Total Liabilities | $450 MM | $400 MM | $380 MM | $350 MM | $320 MM |
| Total Equity | $400 MM | $320 MM | $300 MM | $300 MM | $280 MM |
Ratios
M&A2024-03-15Completed
Investor Sponsors NorthBridge PE | Stake Tags 100% |
Deal Amount $120M | Is PE deal Yes |
Target Company Valuation $1.20 MM | Is deal PE backed Yes |
Techniques Acquisition of Assets, Taken Private | Total Acquired 100% |
Investor Sponsors
Deal Amount
$120M
Target Company Valuation
$1.20 MM
Techniques
Acquisition of Assets, Taken Private
Stake Tags
100%
Is PE deal
Yes
Is deal PE backed
Yes
Total Acquired
100%
Secondary Transaction2023-09-01Canceled
Investor Sponsors -- | Stake Tags Majority |
Deal Amount Undisclosed | Is PE deal No |
Target Company Valuation -- | Is deal PE backed Yes |
Techniques Secondary Sale, Management Buy-out (MBO) | Total Acquired 65% |
Investor Sponsors
--
Deal Amount
Undisclosed
Target Company Valuation
NaN
Techniques
Secondary Sale, Management Buy-out (MBO)
Stake Tags
Majority
Is PE deal
No
Is deal PE backed
Yes
Total Acquired
65%
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