How to store Fontina D.O.P.

Fontina can be stored in the cellar or in the refrigerator

In the cellar, the cheese must be placed in a humid room at a temperature not exceeding 10-12°C, preferably on a wooden board. Periodically, the cheese wheel should be rubbed with a cloth dampened with water and salt to eliminate the normal formation of white mould on the rind. If the room is too dry, it is advisable to wrap the cheese with a damp cloth.

 In the refrigerator, wrap the slice in cling film or greaseproof paper for food, taking care to ensure that it adheres well to the cut side of the cheese to preserve its initial moisture; place it in the least cold area of the refrigerator.

We would also like to remind you that the optimum temperature for tasting Fontina D.O.P., in order to bring out the best of its fragrances and aromas, is around 16°C; therefore it is advisable to take it out of the fridge in advance of the moment of consumption.