Product Reviews and Ratings - ALL Assortments - The Parmigiano Collection from igourmet

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(based on 7 ratings)

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Parmigiano began life seven centuries ago in the Italian provinces of Parma, Reggio Emilia, Modena, part of Bologna and part of Mantua. Nature blessed this zone with the most idealistic cattle grazing land to create the unique milk from the "Zone Tripica". The local cheese craftsmen took it from there, utilizing a totally natural process that has not changed for 700 years. No additives, no machinery, no gimmicks... just sweet, fresh milk in its pristine state. Then, he artisan's ancient skills and nature's own good time (aged for 18 to 36 months).

This collection allows you to taste how both age and the uniqueness of individual farms alter the flavor of a certain type of cheese. Grab a glass of your favorite Chianti or Cabernet and taste test our premier "Parms".

Parmigiano Reggiano: A delicious, full-flavored, unpasteurized cow's milk cheese, for eating or grating. Aged two years; premium quality.
Parmigiano Reggiano Vacche Rosse: Fanticini produces small quantities of "Vacche Rosse" in their family dairy in Villa Sabbione (near Reggio Emilia) using milk from the Raggio Cigarini Farm. This "Red Cow" variety tastes like the Parmigiano Reggiano of yesteryear. The milk of the red cows is characterized by a higher butterfat content and contains more proteins. This combination allows for the production of a cheese that is better suited for a longer period of aging, requiring a minimum of 30 months.
Parmigiano Reggiano Stravecchio: Savor this three-year-aged Parmigiano Reggiano, previously reserved only for the the most exclusive restaurants and caterers. Enjoy its incredibly sweet, floral, fruity fragrance and rich, powerful flavor.
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Review Snapshot®

Avg. Customer Rating:

4.6 stars

(based on 7 reviews)

100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:

Creamy(3), Firm(5), Flavorful(6), Rich(5), Smooth(3)

Best Uses:

After dinner(4), Hors d'oeuvre(6), Salads(6)

Describe Yourself:

Foodie(5)

Wonderful

By Dago4455

from Baltimore on 1/2/2009

Gift:

Yes

Pros:

Buttery, Complex, Creamy, Firm, Flavorful, Nutty, Rich, Smooth

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, Salads

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Frequent Diner

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about The Parmigiano Collection:

Wonderful taste

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

WOW! What a flavour explosion!!

By Elena

from Shelby, NC on 1/15/2008

Pros:

Creamy, Delicate, Firm, Flavorful, Incredible, Pungent, Rich, Smooth

Cons:

Addictive

Best Uses:

Hors d'oeuvre, Melted, Pasta Salad, Salads

Describe Yourself:

Foodie, Simple Tastes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about The Parmigiano Collection:

This was also a gift from someone special in area of Reggio Emilia, Italy. I love the reaction when someone takes the 1st bite. Huge eyes & mouth in shock at how delicious it is. Since I got this I have learned to make some pretty fabulous dishes.
I would love to keep in my refigerator at all times! wow!

[0 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Don't like mixtures

By Gubbler Jack from CHICAGO on 9/17/2007

Pros:

Flavorful, Pungent, Rich

Cons:

The lower priced is salty

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, Salads

Describe Yourself:

Connisseur, Simple Tastes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about The Parmigiano Collection:

The RED one is a riot! The other two are too sharp and dry

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Wonderful flavor and value

By greensgal

from Takoma Park, MD on 8/24/2007

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful, Rich

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, Pasta, Salads

Describe Yourself:

Chef, Foodie, Health Conscious

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about The Parmigiano Collection:

The value is excellent, [...], cheese was in perfect condition.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

A great selection

By Larry

from PA on 6/6/2007

Pros:

Firm, Flavorful

Cons:

none

Best Uses:

After Dinner, Hors d'oeuvre, Salads

Describe Yourself:

Foodie

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about The Parmigiano Collection:

A great collection of hard flavorful cheeses, I recommend this for your next tasting.

[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

What an Education!

By Kris from Woodbridge, VA on 5/23/2007

Pros:

Creamy, Delicate, Firm, Flavorful, Rich, Smooth

Cons:

NO CONS

Best Uses:

After Dinner, For Crab dip, Hors d'oeuvre, In Soups, Melted, On Everything Really, On Garlic Bread, On Pasta, Salads

Describe Yourself:

Cooked in Restaurants, Foodie, Really into food

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about The Parmigiano Collection:

This is a really wonderful way to experience Parmigiano cheese. Each one has its own unique taste within the Parmigiano profile. The red cow cheese is wonderful. The aged Parmigiano yummy. And of course, the regular Parmigiano is good as well. I'd recommend this sampler to anyone curious Parmigiano. Why not? Sample each one and then order more of the one you like best. It is truly worth it.

[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

Great Collection!

By Elizabeth from Harrisonburg, VA on 2/25/2007

Pros:

Durable, High Quality

Cons:

A Little Pricey

Best Uses:

Eating, Grating, Mix in, Topping

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about The Parmigiano Collection:

I like this collection because you can try a variety of parmeseans for a price that's cheaper than buying each one separately.

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