Fontina DOP

by Defendi. Product of Italy.

Fontina DOP (Denominazione di Origine Protetta) is a type of Italian cheese that has been granted a special designation by the European Union. The DOP status is given to food products that are produced, processed, and prepared in a specific geographical area using traditional methods and ingredients.

Fontina DOP is made from cow's milk and comes from the Valle d'Aosta region in the northwestern part of Italy. The cheese is made from the milk of cows that graze on high-altitude pastures, which gives the cheese its unique flavor. The cheese is made using traditional methods, including curdling the milk with natural enzymes, shaping the curds into wheels, and aging the cheese for a minimum of three months.

Fontina DOP has a pale yellow to ivory color and a semi-soft texture with small irregular holes. It has a rich and nutty flavor with a slightly fruity aroma. The cheese is commonly used in cooking, especially in dishes such as fondue, gratins, and risotto. It is also often served as a table cheese, sliced thinly and accompanied by bread, fruit, and wine.

Ingredients: cow's milk, salt, rennet. CONTAINS: MILK.