Parmigiano Reggiano

A hard cheese from Italy. Parmigiano Reggiano is called the king of cheeses for good reason. This Italian hard cheese with DOP protection has been made the same way in Emilia-Romagna for nearly a thousand years. After a minimum of 24 months of aging, it develops a deeply nutty, complex flavor with intense umami notes, a subtle salty bite, and crystals that crumble apart on your tongue.

The grainy, dry texture makes Parmigiano ideal for grating over pasta, risotto or salad, but do yourself a favor and try it on its own in chunks sometime. Every wheel is individually inspected by the Consorzio before receiving its quality mark. This is cheese at the very highest level.

Pairs well with: a glass of Barolo, Brunello di Montalcino or Lambrusco. Enjoy it on its own in chunks with balsamic vinegar, grated over pasta or risotto, or with a drizzle of honey and almonds. Compare with our Grana Padano for a more approachable alternative, or pair it with the Pecorino.