Cremona Grana Padano DOP Cheese, Italy, Approx Block Weight 4.5KG

Product Description

Cremona Grana Padano DOP is an Italian Grana Padano Protected Designation of Origin (DOP) cheese in approximately 4.5KG block format — one of Italy's two great grana cheeses (alongside Parmigiano Reggiano), and the world's most-produced DOP cheese. Aged minimum 9 months, with a firmer, slightly milder character than Parmigiano Reggiano. The DOP designation guarantees production in the Po Valley region of northern Italy using traditional methods. The 4.5KG block is the foodservice size for Italian restaurants, fine dining kitchens, and cheese boards across the UAE.

Key Features

• Authentic Grana Padano DOP — Protected Designation of Origin
• Italy's most-produced DOP cheese — Po Valley heritage
• Aged minimum 9 months — deep savoury, nutty, slightly granular
• Approximately 4.5KG foodservice block
• Slightly milder and more affordable than Parmigiano Reggiano DOP
• From Cremona — Italian DOP cheese brand

Applications

• Pasta finishing — the daily grating cheese for Italian restaurants
• Risotto mantecatura with butter and cheese
• Pizza topping — finishing grate over Bianca and gourmet pizzas
• Antipasti and Italian cheese boards — shaved or chunked
• Soups and broths — cheese rind adds umami depth
• Caesar salad and Italian salads
• Pesto preparations and Italian sauce bases

Product Specifications

• Brand: Cremona
• Origin: Italy — Po Valley (DOP region)
• Net Weight: Approximately 4.5KG (verify exact weight on pack)
• Format: Grana Padano DOP — hard cheese block, aged minimum 9 months
• Allergens: Milk; uses animal rennet per DOP rules
• Storage: Keep refrigerated at 2-8°C; wrap tightly in cheese paper after cutting