Description
Italian AOP Taleggio Cow’s Milk Cheese 2.2kg | Taleggio DOP | Mazzoleni Formaggi
Produced in the Lombardy region of northern Italy, Taleggio DOP is one of the country’s oldest and most prestigious washed-rind cheeses. Protected under DOP (Denominazione di Origine Protetta) status, every wheel is produced exclusively within its designated geographical area following centuries-old cheesemaking traditions that preserve its authenticity, quality, and regional identity.
Crafted by Mazzoleni Formaggi, a family-owned dairy established in 1930, this traditional Taleggio reflects generations of artisan expertise and the rich dairy heritage of the Italian Alps. During maturation, each wheel is carefully washed to encourage the development of its characteristic pink-orange rind while maintaining the remarkably soft and creamy interior for which Taleggio is internationally renowned.
Made from carefully selected pasteurised cow’s milk, Taleggio develops a silky, supple paste with rich buttery flavours, gentle savoury notes, subtle earthy aromas, and a delicate lingering finish. Although its washed rind develops an aromatic exterior, the interior remains exceptionally smooth and approachable, making it one of Italy’s most versatile gourmet cheeses.
For Japanese importers, Taleggio DOP is one of the strongest premium Italian cheese categories thanks to its internationally recognised name, authentic regional heritage, and broad culinary appeal. It is highly suited to premium supermarkets, department stores, gourmet retailers, luxury hotels, restaurants, wine bars, specialty cheese shops, and professional foodservice operators seeking authentic European artisan cheeses.
Its outstanding melting qualities make Taleggio exceptionally versatile in professional kitchens. It performs beautifully in risottos, fresh pasta, pizzas, gourmet sandwiches, burgers, focaccia, baked dishes, and cheese sauces while also serving as an excellent cheese-board selection. It pairs perfectly with cured meats, walnuts, pears, figs, artisan bread, honey, and medium-bodied Italian wines.
Supplied as an approximately 2.2kg whole wheel, Taleggio DOP is ideal for retail cutting, premium wholesale distribution, and foodservice applications. Its practical size, reliable shelf life, and internationally recognised DOP status make it an outstanding addition to premium European cheese programmes throughout Japan, Taiwan, and South Korea.
As part of the BeeBridge Discovery Collection, Taleggio DOP can be consolidated with Mazzoleni Formaggi’s butter, Gorgonzola DOP, Quartirolo Lombardo DOP, Toma Lariana, and other artisan Lombardy cheeses within a single refrigerated shipment, allowing buyers to build a complete premium Italian dairy portfolio through one commercial relationship.
Product Fact Sheet
Product Name: Italian AOP Taleggio Cow’s Milk Cheese
Supplier: Mazzoleni Formaggi
Origin: Lombardy, Italy
Milk: Cow’s milk
Milk Treatment: Pasteurised
Cheese Type: Washed-rind Semi-soft Cheese
Protected Status: DOP (Protected Designation of Origin)
Weight: Approximately 2.2kg Whole Wheel
Storage: Refrigerated (0–4°C)
Product Category: DOP Washed-rind Cheese
BeeBridge MOQ: 100kg mixed products unless otherwise agreed.
Supplier Activation Package: Available. Your first shipment establishes the import pathway, export documentation, and future wholesale ordering.
Trade Finance: Up to 90-day HSBC trade finance available for qualified buyers.
