What Is Taleggio PDO?
Taleggio is a cow's milk soft cheese with a washed rind, protected by a PDO (Protected Designation of Origin). This is a whole wheel of about 2 kg with a thin pinkish rind and a paste that runs from white to straw-yellow, softer just under the rind. The flavour is mild and buttery with a light tangy note, sometimes with a faint truffle-like finish.
Auricchio, Lombardy Cheesemaker
The Taleggio is made by Auricchio in Cremona, in Lombardy. The PDO area covers provinces in Lombardy and parts of Piedmont and Veneto, and the wheel is matured for at least 35 days with a weekly wash in salted water that develops the rind and the aroma. The ingredients are simply cow's milk, salt and rennet.
Professional Uses
- Cheese board served at room temperature with honey, mostarda and jam.
- Finishing risotto and polenta with its creamy melt.
- Topping for gourmet pizza and baked focaccia.
- Fondue, creamy sauces, fillings and bakes.
Pairings
Taleggio pairs naturally with walnuts, radicchio and honey, and with structured red and white wines. Its melting texture makes it a favourite for cooked dishes, while its full aroma stands out on a cheese board served at room temperature.
Storage and Allergens
Keep the cheese refrigerated between +1 and +4 C and take it out about an hour before serving so the aromas develop. Contains milk and dairy. Always check the pack label of the lot before serving.
LAPA Delivery in Switzerland
LAPA supplies more than 1,500 foodservice businesses across Switzerland with a guaranteed cold chain. Refrigerated delivery leaves our Embrach warehouse, with our own fleet in the covered zones and trusted carriers elsewhere in the country.
