A true Parmigiano from the region of Emilia Romagna between Bologna and Modena, provides the richest taste sensation of any hard cheese, and this parmesan is unrivalled in its structure, taste and pleasing aroma.
Color: straw yellow.
Structure: absent or small holes, evident grain, consistent, friable, soluble, grainy, with the presence of tyrosine crystals.
Smell and aroma: complex, characterized by notes of dried fruit and meat broth.
Taste: a balance of salty, sour and sweet, accompanied by a spicy note.
Parmesan is probably the most famous Italian product in the world, an outstanding symbol of the country's produce. Fortunately, you don't even need to be an expert to discern a real Parmigiano before you buy: the outside of genuine DOP parmesan is traditionally stamped all over with the words "Parmigiano Reggiano", making identification easy even on the smallest pieces.
Perfect to eat simply sliced on its own, our parmesan is also fabulous with fruit, drizzled with honey or served with cured meats. And of course, it is essential grated over pasta, lasagne and all kinds of other cooked dishes. Parmesan is probably the most famous Italian product in the world, an outstanding symbol of the country's produce. Fortunately, you don't even need to be an expert to discern a real Parmigiano before you buy: the outside of genuine DOP parmesan is traditionally stamped all over with the words "Parmigiano Reggiano", making identification easy even on the smallest pieces.
Perfect to eat simply sliced on its own, our parmesan is also fabulous with fruit, drizzled with honey or served with cured meats. And of course, it is essential grated over pasta, lasagne and all kinds of other cooked dishes.
Cow milk, whey milk, rennet, salt.