Ossolano
Food · PDO · 37 municipalities
Recognized as a protected denomination in 2015, Ossolano DOP represents one of Piedmont’s most highly localized Alpine cheeses. What distinguishes this cheese from more widespread regional varieties is its exceptionally narrow manufacturing base: despite a defined production zone spanning 37 mountain municipalities, including Antrona Schieranco and Baceno, the entire official output is maintained by just 4 verified producers. This micro-scale operation is safeguarded by the Consorzio per la Tutela, la promozione e la valorizzazione del Formaggio Ossolano DOP. By restricting production to this specific cluster of valleys, the denomination ensures that each wheel reflects a strict geographical origin unmatched by larger mountain cheeses.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Ossolano produced?
- Ossolano is produced in 37 municipalities in Piedmont, Italy: Antrona Schieranco, Anzola d'Ossola, Baceno, Bannio Anzino and more.
- What does DOP mean?
- DOP (PDO — Protected Designation of Origin) certifies that every production step happens in the defined zone with official methods.