What is Formai de Mut dell'Alta Valle Brembana?
A pressed alpine cheese from the Brembana Valley of Bergamo, made from raw or pasteurised cow’s milk in wheels of 8–12 kg. The name means “cheese of the mountain” in the local Bergamasque dialect. Mild and buttery when young, it develops nutty, floral, and fruity complexity with age. Aged for a minimum of 45 days.
Taste, aroma, and texture
Semi-hard and supple, with fine, sparse eyes. The straw-yellow paste is smooth and elastic when young, becoming more compact and slightly crumbly with extended ageing. Natural golden-brown rind. Wheels weigh 8–12 kg.
Lactic and herbal notes are equally dominant. Fruity notes are strongly present, with noticeable earthy undertones. Animal notes remain faint. No smoky character. An evocative alpine bouquet of mountain flowers and summer pastures.
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See your personal matchHow to enjoy it
- Sliced into alpine cheese boards or rustic plates.
- Melted into polenta, gratins, or potato dishes.
- Grated over soups, vegetables, or baked dishes.
What pairs with Formai de Mut dell'Alta Valle Brembana?
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See wine pairings for Formai de Mut dell'Alta Valle BrembanaStory and origin
Produced in the Brembana Valley since medieval times, following the ancient seasonal transhumance traditions of Bergamo’s mountain communities. Its name in the local Bergamasque dialect reflects its deep roots in the valley’s pastoral identity. It has held PDO status since 1996.
Storage and serving
- Store in the fridge, wrapped or vacuum-packed.
- Air travel: suitable, especially if vacuum-packed.
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