24 months is the typical aging period for Parmigiano Reggiano, around two years when it reaches the suitable maturity to express its characteristic harmonious features.
Characteristics:
Aging Period: 22-24 months
Texture: Friable and granular
Flavor: Harmonious, with a perfect balance between sweet and savory, notes of fresh fruit, dried fruit, and meat broth.
At 24 months, Parmigiano Reggiano develops rich, typical aromas and flavors in a harmonious balance of sweetness and savoriness that enhances its characteristics.
Appearance and Pairing:
Color: Pale straw-yellow
Texture: Friable and finely granular
Pairing: Perfect with medium-bodied wines and to add flavor to all traditional Italian dishes. Ideal when accompanied by any type of dried fruit, superb with prunes and figs.
Lactose-Free: Parmigiano Reggiano is naturally lactose-free. The absence of lactose is a natural result of the typical production process of Parmigiano Reggiano.