Reggiana Red Cow
History, depth and character in their purest form.
A breed with centuries of history
The Reggiana Red Cow is one of the oldest breeds associated with Parmigiano Reggiano DOP. For centuries, it formed part of the traditional livestock landscape of northern Italy, until the search for higher production gradually pushed it aside.
Its recovery was not accidental. It was the result of the commitment of breeders who understood that some things cannot be replaced. The Rossa does not represent speed or quantity. It represents continuity, origin and a way of producing with more patience and more memory.
A more intense, deeper Parmigiano
Milk from the Reggiana Red Cow is rich in proteins, especially casein, as well as calcium and phosphorus. This composition supports effective coagulation and a firm structure, ideal for producing a Parmigiano with strong personality.
Its profile is usually more intense, more complex and more persistent, with a minimum ageing of 24 months. This is not a cheese that aims to please quickly; it aims to stay with you. It has depth, texture and a very distinctive identity.
Clear identity, protected tradition
The Reggiana Red Cow is protected by a specific valorisation system that ensures the origin of the milk and the continuity of a tradition that came close to disappearing. Each wheel is also a way of preserving heritage.
Why the Rossa stands out
- Ancient historic breed
- Lower production, stronger character
- Milk rich in casein and minerals
- Minimum ageing of 24 months
- Intense and persistent Parmigiano
Why choose it
Choosing Rossa means choosing a long history and a flavour with depth. It is a Parmigiano for those who seek not only balance, but also character. A cheese that leaves its mark and stays in the memory.
“Where there is history, there is character.”
