Auricchio Grana Padano is one of the most popular and renowned D.O.P. Cheeses of Italy.
 
It is made from unpasteurised, semi-skimmed cow’s milk in Parma, Italy.
Being a D.O.P cheese means it guarantees the highest quality and is produced in the Po River valley, Italy using traditional methods.
 
Each and every wheel of Grana Padano is made using a unique procedure, which is repeated time and time again in exactly the same way.

Type: Hard and flaky
Aged: 12 - 18 months
Texture: Compact, smooth and soft
Colour: Straw yellow
Flavour: Full flavour and nutty
Aroma: strong

How to use: It is a very versatile everyday cheese, such as slicing and which can be served on its own, grated on top of pasta and included in a variety of recipes and part of grazing platters.

Pairings: Cured meat, olives, roasted red peppers, chargrilled artichokes, and spicy chili jams or chutneys and hearty bread drizzled with olive oil and with robust wine like Barolo.

Country of Origin: Product of Italy

Benefits: No artificial flavours or colours and is Protected Designation of Origin (P.D.O), certification to guarantee product authenticity.