Fontina DOP Cheese
Fontina DOP Cheese
Fontina DOP: Authentic Italian mountain cheese
Discover the rich and nutty flavor of the original Fontina DOP. This famous semi-hard mountain cheese from the Italian Aosta Valley is a true delicacy and is also known as the ultimate melting cheese.
Choose your weight. We cut fresh, vacuum-pack, and ship cooled!
Fresh Guarantee
We cut your cheese fresh from the knife and carefully package it in vacuum packaging. Once vacuum-sealed, the cheese stays fresh for a full 7-8 weeks. After that, we ship the cheese with a cooling pack to ensure we can guarantee you the very best, fresh quality. This way, you can fully enjoy your cheese moment.
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We offer a wide range of products at competitive prices with the lowest possible shipping costs. All our products are carefully packaged and shipped with great care.
We provide a complete delivery guarantee because all our shipments are 100% insured worldwide. You can track your package accurately at any time through the tracking system, so you are well-informed about the delivery status of your package.
With these guarantees, we aim to make your shopping experience as worry-free as possible.
Minimum 7 weeks shelf life - cheese paper included for free
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At our place, you'll find a wide range of products at competitive prices with low shipping costs. We ensure that all our products are carefully packed and shipped worldwide, fully insured. You can always track your package via the track and trace system for delivery updates.
Our freshness guarantee applies to our cheese, which is freshly cut and vacuum-sealed for 7-8 weeks of shelf life. Shipped with cooling packs for optimal quality. Enjoy your cheese moments to the fullest.
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Description Fontina DOP Cheese
Order Italian Fontina DOP online
Would you like to buy the most delicious Fontina cheese? Order this authentic Italian specialty safely, freshly and quickly at GoudaCheeseShop.com. We deliver a superior and fresh quality that you simply will not find in the supermarket.
- ✔ Wonderfully soft, creamy and nutty flavor
- ✔ Authentic mountain cheese with DOP seal from the Aosta Valley
- ✔ The ultimate melting cheese for fondue and warm dishes
- ✔ Always freshly cut from the knife for you and vacuum-packed
- ✔ Safely and cooled shipped to your doorstep
Taste the artisanal difference and order your Italian cheese today.
Ingredients of Fontina DOP
Ingredients:
Fat 50+, pasteurized cow's milk, rennet, salt
The pride of the Italian Aosta Valley
The Fontina DOP is a centuries-old and world-famous cheese that is exclusively produced in the Valle d'Aosta, a mountainous region in northwestern Italy. This cheese bears the prestigious DOP seal (Denominazione di Origine Protetta). This guarantees that the cheese has been manufactured strictly according to traditional methods in this specific region. The milk comes from cows that graze in the summer on high-altitude, herb-rich alpine meadows. This gives the milk and therefore the cheese its unmistakable, rich aroma.
The cheese has a beautiful, smooth texture and a light yellow to straw yellow color with small eyes here and there. The taste of Fontina is exceptionally soft, sweet and creamy with subtle hints of nuts and honey. Besides being a wonderful cheese to serve cold on a cheese board with a robust red wine, Fontina is known worldwide for its fantastic melting properties. It is therefore the main ingredient of the famous 'Fonduta alla Valdostana', a traditional Italian cheese fondue. Also in casseroles, pastas and on toasted sandwiches, this cheese melts into a delicious, silky smooth sauce.
Freshly cut from the knife for an optimal taste experience
At GoudaCheeseShop.com we treat this Italian pride with the utmost care. We only cut your piece of Fontina DOP fresh from the large cheese wheel the moment you place your order. Immediately after cutting, the cheese is packed tightly and airtight in a vacuum. To perfectly preserve the delicate structure and rich flavor aromas during transport, we always ship your order with a cooling pack. This way you are assured of fresh top quality at home.
Frequently Asked Questions about Fontina DOP
Can I eat the rind of the Fontina cheese?
The rind of the Fontina is a natural, washed rind that forms during ripening. Although it is naturally formed, the rind is often somewhat tough and strong in flavor. We therefore recommend cutting away the rind before consumption.
Why is Fontina so suitable for cheese fondue?
Thanks to the perfect ratio of moisture and fat (50+), Fontina DOP has excellent melting behavior. The cheese melts smoothly and evenly without separating, resulting in a lush, smooth cheese sauce with a wonderfully soft taste.
Is this cheese suitable for vegetarians?
No, according to strict DOP guidelines, Fontina is traditionally prepared with animal rennet. As a result, the cheese is unfortunately not suitable for a strict vegetarian diet.
Do you also sell other Italian cheeses?
Absolutely! In addition to the Fontina DOP, we have an extensive range of the tastiest cheeses from Italy. View our complete category Italian Cheese to discover all our Mediterranean delicacies.
More information
| Dimension whole cheese | 24 x 12 cm |
|---|---|
| Brand | Fontina DOP |
| Flavor strength | Pithy |
| Country origin | Italy
|
| Nutritional information | per 100 grams |
| fat (gr) | 28.6 |
| Saturated fat (gr) | 20 |
| Calcium (mg) | 717 |
| Calories (kcal) | 345 |
| Kilojoules (KJ) | 1431 |
| Carbohydrates (gr) | 0 |
| Protein (gr) | 21.9 |
| Sodium (mg) | 0.592 |
| Type of milk | Cow
|
| Type of rennet | Rennet |
| Lactose-free | No |
| Pasteurized Yes/No | Pasteurized |
| Limited shelf life | No |