Parmigianino Reggiano

Bertozzi "Riserva" Reggiano is widely considered by Parmigiano experts to be the finest quality Reggiano available. The Bertozzi company in Italy hand picks the finest Parmigiano wheels from all Reggiano manufacturers and stamps the Bertozzi brand onto the rind and they're usually aged a minimum of 3 years. Each wheel has to be "perfect" conditioned Parmigiano Reggiano because only perfect quality wheels can withstand aging for this amount of time without bringing out any imperfections. This riserva (Stravecchio) Reggiano is meant to be enjoyed as a table cheese because of its flavor intensity. It is widely referred to in Emilia Romagna as "the perfect cheese"! Stack Prosciutto di Parma and thin shavings of Parmigiano Reggiano atop thin slices of Italian bread, and then drizzle with extra virgin olive oil. Delicious as a table cheese, slivered with fresh figs and melon or lightly drizzled with aged balsamic vinegar.

Origin: Italy - Emilia Romagna
Type: Cow's Milk, Pasteurized, Hard
Wine Pairing: Big Italian Reds
Related Cheese: Parmigiano Reggiano Vecchio