Parmigiano Reggiano 40 Mesi from Caseificio Montecoppe is a long-aged PDO cheese that marks the transition from mature to fully complex Parmigiano Reggiano. After more than three years of aging, the texture becomes dry, crumbly, and distinctly granular, with clearly developed protein crystals.
The aromatic profile is deep and well-defined, showing notes of dried fruit, almonds, chestnut, light caramelization, and evolving savory tones. On the palate, the cheese is structured and intense, with balanced salinity and a persistent umami finish that reflects extended enzymatic activity.
Compared to younger expressions, it offers greater depth and concentration without the extreme sharpness of very old vintages. Naturally lactose-free and highly digestible, Parmigiano Reggiano 40 Mesi is ideal for slow tasting on its own or paired with structured wines, aged balsamic vinegar, or simple dishes that allow its character to stand out.
Producer
Caseificio Montecoppe is a traditional Parmigiano Reggiano PDO producer located within the Boschi di Carrega Natural Park, near Parma in Emilia-Romagna. The dairy operates as a fully integrated farm, controlling the entire production chain from forage cultivation and animal feeding to milk processing and cheese aging.
Milk comes from their own herds, primarily Italian Friesian and Brown Alpine cows, ensuring consistency, traceability, and a strong link to the local environment. Parmigiano Reggiano from Montecoppe is produced in limited quantities and aged in various stages, from younger expressions to long-aged versions exceeding 40 and even 80 months.
The cheeses are known for their balanced yet expressive profiles, combining clean dairy notes with aromas of dried fruit, nuts, and evolving umami depth as aging progresses. Caseificio Montecoppe represents a model of sustainable, terroir-driven cheesemaking, where landscape, animal welfare, and traditional know-how directly shape the character of the final product.