Ossolano Cheese

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About Ossolano Cheese

Ossolano is a type of cheese from Italy, specifically recognized as a Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) product. It is made exclusively from whole cow's milk from breeds such as Bruna, Frisona, and Pezzata Rossa. The cheese is produced in the Ossola valley, a mountainous area in the Piedmont region. Ossolano cheese has a smooth, straw-yellow rind that darkens with age and a firm, springy paste with small, irregular eyes. It is known for its harmonious and delicate aroma, which becomes more intense as it matures. The cheese must be matured for at least 60 days. Ossolano is available in a standard form and an Alpine variety, which is made from milk produced on alpine pastures.

Key Facts

Country of Origin Italy
Specific Origin Ossola valley, Piedmont region
Protection PDO (2015)
Milk Type Cow's milk
Milk Treatment Whole milk from two to four successive milkings
Fat Content Minimum 40% of the dry matter
Rind Smooth, regular, straw yellow, darkens with age
Texture Firm and springy with small, irregular eyes
Flavor Harmonious and delicate, becomes more intense with age
Aroma Delicate but intense, floral notes, hints of nuts
Colors Paste ranges from pale straw yellow to deep yellow
Forms Whole or in portions
Age Minimum 60 days
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