Fior di Latte Gerola: Alpine Excellence
A Treasure from the Lombardy Alps
The Fior di Latte Gerola is born in the alpine valleys of Valtellina, where century-old cheesemaking tradition meets modern gastronomic innovation. This fresh pasta filata cheese represents the mountain interpretation of traditional mozzarella, made with high-altitude cow's milk.
Unique Characteristics
High-Altitude Milk
- Origin: Cows raised above 1000m altitude
- Diet: Alpine pastures rich in aromatic herbs
- Flavor: Delicate notes of hay and mountain flowers
- Texture: Ultra-creamy and stringy
Technical Profile
| Parametro | Value |
|---|---|
| Weight | 100g - 500g |
| Moisture | 58-62% |
| Fat | 18-22% |
| Shelf life | 5-7 days (2-4°C) |
| Taste | Delicate, sweet, milky |
Kitchen Use
Gourmet Pizza
Il Fior di Latte Gerola è la scelta premium per:
- Neapolitan pizza: Perfect strings, zero water in baking
- Gourmet pizza: Base for creative toppings
- Calzone: Creamy filling that doesn't run
Creative Dishes
1. Mountain Caprese
- Fior di Latte Gerola 150g
- Beef heart tomatoes
- Fresh basil, extra virgin olive oil
- Alpine note: Add mountain herbs
- Paccheri with melted Fior di Latte
- Confit tomatoes, basil
- Final mantecatura with pasta filata
- Fior di Latte with Valtellina bresaola
- Arugula, Parmesan shavings
- Balsamic vinegar reduction
Difference with Classic Mozzarella
Fior di Latte Gerola vs Mozzarella
| Latte Gerola vs | Fior Latte Gerola | Mozzarella Campana |
|---|---|---|
| Milk | Mountain cow's milk | Lowland cow's milk |
| Taste | Delicate, alpine notes | More intense, milky |
| Texture | Compact, elastic | Soft, watery |
| Ideal use | Pizza, cooking | Raw, salads |
| Stringing | Excellent when hot | Good but runny |
Professional Storage
Optimal temperatures:
- Storage: Constant 2-4°C
- Raw service: 16-18°C
- Pizza: Use cold from fridge
- Store in brine liquid
- Strict FIFO rotation
- Never freeze (loses elasticity)
- Consume within 5-7 days
Wine Pairings
Recommended Wines
- 🍷 Valtellina Superiore DOCG - Local, elegant
- 🍷 Franciacorta Blanc de Blancs - Alpine bubbles
- 🍷 Chardonnay Alto Adige - Fresh, mineral
- 🍷 Pinot Grigio Trentino - Versatile, light
LAPA: Fior di Latte Gerola for Switzerland
LAPA Advantages
- ✅ Short Supply Chain: From Valtellina to Switzerland in 24h
- ✅ Freshness: Production to order
- ✅ Cold Chain: Guaranteed refrigerated transport
- ✅ Pro Formats: 100g, 250g, 500g, 1kg
- ✅ No Minimum: Even small orders
Swiss Coverage
- Zurich, Basel, Bern: 24h
- Geneva, Lausanne: 24-48h
- Lugano, Ticino: 24h (geographic proximity)
FAQ
Is Fior di Latte good for Neapolitan STG pizza?
Cold Chain
Can I use it for mozzarella in carrozza?
Perfect! The compact and elastic texture makes it ideal for frying. It doesn't run and keeps its shape even at high temperatures.
How to store it after opening?
Consume within 24h. Once the package is opened, the fior di latte should be consumed quickly. It cannot be effectively resealed.
Conclusion
The Fior di Latte Gerola represents alpine excellence in the fresh pasta filata cheese family. Perfect for gourmet pizzerias, starred restaurants and creative chefs seeking a high-mountain product with superior technical characteristics.
Order now from LAPA: 24-48h delivery in Switzerland, guaranteed quality.
👉 Contacts
📧 [email protected] | 📞 +41 XX XXX XX XX | 🌐 www.lapa.ch/fior-latte-gerola
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