Kaufland Grana Padano DOP

The barcode 8000407051584 is associated with Kaufland Grana Padano DOP, a type of Parmigiano-Reggiano (a hard, aged cheese) produced under the Denominazione di Origine Protetta (DOP) designation. Below are the details available based on general product knowledge and market trends:

Product Overview

• Type: Grana Padano DOP (a semi-hard, granular cheese made from cow’s milk, aged for at least 9 months).
• Brand: Kaufland (a German supermarket chain, though the cheese itself is produced by an Italian dairy cooperative under DOP regulations).
• Origin: Italy (specifically the regions of Emilia-Romagna, Lombardy, Veneto, Piedmont, and Trentino-Alto Adige).
• Packaging: Typically sold in wax-coated blocks or pre-shredded (check the packaging for exact details).
• Shelf Life: Once opened, it should be refrigerated and consumed within 1–2 weeks (unopened, it lasts longer depending on the packaging).

Key Characteristics

• Flavor Profile: Nutty, slightly sweet, with a crumbly texture and mild saltiness.
• Fat Content: Usually ~32% fat in dry matter (FDM) (standard for Grana Padano).
• Certification: DOP (Protected Designation of Origin) ensures strict production rules (milk source, aging, processing methods).
• Grades: Often labeled by age (e.g., 12 months, 18 months, 24+ months), with older varieties being more intense in flavor.