Alesto Prugne Essiccate (Dried Prunes)

Alesto is a well-known private label brand primarily associated with the German discount supermarket chain Lidl. This specific product, 'Prugne Essiccate' (Pitted Dried Prunes), is sourced from Chile, as indicated on the packaging, which is a major global producer of high-quality stone fruits.

Behind the Alesto brand is the Lidl & Schwarz Group, one of the world's largest retailers. The brand was established to provide a wide range of snacks, including nuts and dried fruits, focusing on private-label value and quality for the European market. Today, Alesto products are distributed across thousands of Lidl stores worldwide. The ultimate ownership lies with the Schwarz Group, headquartered in Germany, which manages both the Lidl and Kaufland retail chains.