Caciottone di Norcia 
Caciottone di Norcia is a cheese from Italy, specifically recognized as a Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) product. It is cylindrical in shape, with a diameter of 20-22 cm and a heel height of 9-11 cm, weighing approximately
Key Facts
| Country of Origin | Italy |
| Specific Origin | Valnerina area in the province of Perugia, including the municipalities of Norcia, Cascia, Monteleone di Spoleto, Preci, and Poggiodomo |
| Protection | PGI (2021) |
| Milk Type | Cow's milk and sheep's milk |
| Milk Treatment | Pasteurized |
| Fat Content | Minimum 46.00 g per 100 g (dry matter) |
| Moisture Content | Dolce (mild) ripening, 20 to 60 days, 31%; Medio (medium) ripening, 61 to 120 days, 23%; Riserva (Reserve) ripening, 121 to 365 days, 21% |
| Rind | Thin, smooth, and washed |
| Texture | Soft and buttery, becoming firmer closer to the rind |
| Flavor | Fragrant and aromatic with a creamy aftertaste |
| Aroma | Milk, warmed milk, and/or melted butter |
| Colors | Rind ranges from straw yellow to ochre yellow; interior is white to straw-colored |
| Forms | Whole or in portions |
| Age | 20 to 365 days, depending on ripening type |
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