Parmigiano Reggiano D.O.P
Parmigiano Reggiano is a DOP (Denominazione di Origine Protetta) cheese, which means its production is guaranteed by Italian law.
At
about 12 months old, the minimum allowed by Italian law, this medium-fat semi-hard to hard cheese is pale colored, noticeably but not overly salty, with a little sharp acidity, and a mildly nutty nose. It is never pungent or stinky. The aroma is sweet & fruity; the taste is intense, salty, sweet & may vary from fruity to caramelized onions.