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Grana Padano PDO “Riserva” 20-24 months

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Grana Padano PDO “Riserva” 20-24 months and pears

Pears are among the most popular fruits in cheese pairings, and with Grana Padano PDO “Riserva” 20-24 months the result is extraordinary. This maturation gives the cheese a strong flavour, with notes of dried fruit and a grainy texture that perfectly matches the pear’s velvety sweetness. Ideal for a gourmet aperitif or to enrich a salad with a refined touch.
The pear is considered the fruit par excellence to pair with cheese, thanks to its natural sweetness and smooth texture. Already in antiquity, the Romans used it in recipes for savoury and sweet dishes. Rich in fibre and low in calories, the pear helps balance the grainy structure of Grana Padano PDO “Riserva” 20-24 months, making it more enveloping on the palate. For an even more intense taste experience, combine pear slices with Grana Padano flakes and a sprinkling of black pepper or a drizzle of chestnut honey.

Curiosities

  • Pears have been cultivated for over 4,000 years! The earliest traces of their cultivation date back to the Mesopotamian civilisation, and the ancient Greeks and Romans also valued them highly. Homer, in the “Odyssey”, even called them a “gift from the gods”.
  • Pears are among the most cultivated fruits in the world, with thousands of different varieties. They can have crisp or melting flesh, be sweet or slightly sour, making them perfect for many combinations in the kitchen.