Semi-Hard
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| The complexity and variety of Italy’s fine pastures produce exemplary milk that gives Fontina its unique character. Its dense, smooth and slightly elastic, ivory-colored interior has a delicate nuttiness with a hint of wild honey, mushrooms and an earthy yet fresh acidity when melted. Fontina has a thin rind which is slightly brown and hard. The paste is smooth and buttery, almost spreadable when young. As the cheese matures it becomes darker and much drier. The young cheese is milky and lightly scented from the alpine meadows. The older cheese develops an earthy but fruity aroma with a mellow flavor of fruit and nuts. |
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| Milk Source: | Cow
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Semi-Hard
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| Fat Content: | 45% |
