Pecorino Romano
Food · PDO · 783 municipalities
Recognized under European law since 1996, Pecorino Romano stands apart from neighboring sheep's milk cheeses due to its sprawling yet highly specific production zone. This territory encompasses exactly 783 municipalities, stretching alphabetically from Abbasanta to Accumoli, with the majority of the land situated within the Lazio region. Despite this vast geographical footprint, the entire certified output is strictly monitored by the Consorzio per la tutela del Formaggio Pecorino Romano and yielded by a select group of just 36 verified producers. This pairing of a massive territorial boundary with a tightly controlled pool of makers establishes a distinct profile unmatched by any sibling denomination.
The producers 36
+ 30 more — every one from the consortium's official list
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Pecorino Romano produced?
- Pecorino Romano is produced in 783 municipalities in Lazio, Italy: Abbasanta, Accumoli, Acquafondata, Acquapendente 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.