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            Honey and Parmigiano Reggiano

            A classic and immediate pairing that enhances every maturation. The key is choosing the right honey: floral and delicate for younger maturations, structured and bold for the longer ones.
            maturation
            Parmigiano Reggiano over 12 months
            Harmonious flavor with delicate hints of milk and butter. Distinct yogurt-like acidity accompanied by fresh grass and wildflower notes. Both sweet and tangy at once, with no sharp spiciness and no granularity.
            Pair it with
            Acacia honey, linden honey
            The ideal choice is honeys with a light, floral profile that accompany without overpowering: acacia honey, with its clean and almost neutral sweetness, is the most immediate pairing. Linden honey adds a fresh, slightly mentholated note that harmonizes well with the milky notes of the cheese.
            maturation
            Parmigiano Reggiano over 24 months
            The appeal of this maturation lies in its complexity. The lactic acidity of the 24-month stage expands to reveal white pepper spice and the typical aroma of meat broth. Hints of tropical fruit and dried fruit emerge, with a granularity that starts to linger pleasantly on the palate.
            Pair it with
            Wildflower honey, citrus honey
            The right honey is one that can sustain the balance of this maturation without flattening it: wildflower honey, with its varied aromatic richness, adapts naturally. For those seeking a more defined pairing, citrus honey introduces fragrant, slightly acidic notes that complement Parmigiano Reggiano aged 24 months well.
            maturation
            Parmigiano Reggiano over 35 months
            If you love intense flavors, Parmigiano Reggiano aged between 35 and 45 months is perfect for you. Expect strong aromatic intensity with pronounced spicy and smoky notes.
            Pair it with
            Mountain wildflower honey, orange blossom honey
            Long maturations express an aromatic intensity that calls for honeys with complex sweetness. Mountain wildflower honey, rich and varied, accompanies the cheese with an articulated sweetness that does not flatten it. Orange blossom honey, floral, citrusy and enveloping, creates a soft and unexpected contrast.