Parmigiano Reggiano DOP over 36 months

Ingredients: milk, salt, rennet.

Parmigiano Reggiano aged over 36 months is a cheese characterized by a long maturation period. It is rich in tyrosine crystals, which ensure its crispness and digestibility.
With this Parmigiano we are approaching a more refined taste steeped in tradition.
This Parmigiano has an intense straw yellow color, darker than previous ages.
It is defined as stravecchio (extra-aged) for its intense properties that recall savoury and spicy flavours, with notes of pepper and nutmeg.
You can also smell aromas of pineapple and dried fruit mixed with herbaceous aromas that complement its dry, grainy appearance.
It is excellent for tasting, since at this stage of maturation the cheese has reached its best structure.
Parmigiano Reggiano aged over 36 months is naturally lactose-free and highly digestible, making it suitable for children's diets.

Consuming this Parmigiano Reggiano aged for over 36 months provides an ideal intake of calcium and protein, without added preservatives or additives. It therefore strengthens bones and is essential, for example, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. The extended aging process increases the amount of tyrosine, those white crystals that emerge on the surface of the cheese and are essential for the well-being and health of our body in general, and our brain in particular.
Parmigiano Reggiano aged over 36 months is particularly suitable as a snack for a short break from study or work.
Tyrosine helps maintain high attention and promotes memory development.
Also ideal for those who play sports, Parmigiano Reggiano aged over 36 months is considered a natural food supplement, as it is complete with vitamins, mineral salts and proteins.
Its crumbly texture makes it explosive on the palate, ideal for grating to flavor pasta dishes, soups, cream soups, and stews. Given its intense flavor, Parmigiano can also replace salt in soups or salads.
If cut (or broken) into flakes, Parmigiano can be seasoned with a few drops of traditional balsamic vinegar of Modena DOP which balances its dry consistency.
Honey also pairs very well with Parmigiano Reggiano aged over 36 months.
Ideal for tasting, Parmigiano pairs well with many wines: from robust, full-bodied reds to dessert wines, even whites or sparkling wines. It can be stored either vacuum-packed or open, but careful attention must be paid to storage location and temperature.
Its unmistakable flavor, in fact, could be compromised by the odors of nearby foods. If vacuum-packed, it's best to store it in a dry place, at a temperature between 4°C and 8°C.
The recommended temperature does not change if the package of Parmigiano Reggiano aged over 36 months is opened.
In this case, the cheese can be stored for up to three months in vacuum-packed or airtight containers.