Metsovone |
Country of origin |
Greece |
Town |
Metsovo |
Source of milk |
Cows, goats, sheep |
Pasteurised |
Traditionally not but commercially |
Texture |
Semi-hard |
Fat content |
25.9% |
Protein content |
26.8% |
Aging time |
>3 months |
Certification |
PDO EU |
Metsovone (Greek: Μετσοβόνε) is a semi-hard smoked pasta filata cheese produced in the region of Metsovo (Epirus, Greece).[1] Metsovone has been a European protected designation of origin since 1996.[2]
Metsovone is manufactured from cow’s milk or a mixture of cow and sheep or goat milk.
See also
Notes
- ^ http://ec.europa.eu/agriculture/quality/door/documentDisplay.html?chkDocument=4523_1_en
- ^ Europa - Press Releases - Press Release - Commission Approves The Registration Of Agricultural And Food Products