Monte Pora Paleni Bombolone Cheese - Artisan

Q: Where is Formaggio Bombolone Monte Pora Paleni made and what is its history?

Bombolone Monte Pora Cheese is one of the most original specialities of Caseificio F.lli Paleni: the spherical shape - unusual in the world of traditionally cylindrical

Q: How to store Formaggio Bombolone Monte Pora Paleni and what to pair it with?

Temperature: 4-8 degrees C, wrapped in cheese paperThe spherical shape requires care when cutting: slice vertically to preserve the shapeRemove from fridge 30 minutes before consumptionUse within 2-3 weeks of openingThe rind is edible: do not removeIn the kitchen: On a Bergamasco board with local cured meats, bresaola della Valtellina and chestnut honey. Melted over Bergamasco polenta or as filling for Casoncelli alla bergamasca. On warm croutons with porcini sauteed in butter. The spherical shape makes it visually impressive: ideal as the centrepiece of a mixed board for aperitif. Pairing: Valcalepio Rosso PDO or Bergamasco Barbera.

Q: Is Formaggio Bombolone Monte Pora Paleni an artisan product? What guarantees its quality?

Bombolone Monte Pora Cheese is an exclusive artisan production of Caseificio F.lli Paleni from Gromo (BG), made with cow's milk from Seriana Valley farms in compliance with European food safety regulations. It has no specific PDO but belongs to the artisan Bergamasco cheesemaking tradition. Producer information: Caseificio F.lli Paleni - Gromo, Seriana ValleyProduct information

Q: Is Formaggio Bombolone Monte Pora Paleni gluten-free? Does it contain lactose?

Allergens: pasteurised cow's milkLactose: present (medium ageing)Gluten: absentPregnancy: suitable - pasteurised milkVegan/vegetarian: not suitable (animal rennet)

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Bombolone Monte Pora Paleni Cheese

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€20,60

Bombolone Monte Pora Paleni Cheese

€20,60 / 0.9 kg

Weight: 0.9 kg

SKU: A00100

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Bombolone Monte Pora Paleni Cheese is a mountain cheese with a bold character, produced with selected cow's milk and aged at high altitude to develop intense aromas and a compact, slightly crumbly structure. On the palate it offers notes of butter, cream, alpine hay and dried fruit, with a balanced sapidity and a persistent finish. Perfect for cheese boards, risottos, pasta, appetizers and pairings with honey, jams and structured wines. An authentic cheese, rich in personality and deeply connected to the traditions of Monte Pora.

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The Bombolone Monte Pora Paleni is a typical cheese from the Lombardy Alpine regions, characterized by a compact paste, an intense aroma, and a full, harmonious flavor. Its rounded shape and rustic rind reflect the mountain cheesemaking tradition.

Origin and Raw Materials Made with cow's milk from high-altitude farms, where the cows' natural diet gives the milk rich and complex aromas. Natural cultures and salt are carefully measured to achieve a perfect balance between sweetness and savoriness.

Production Technique The milk is processed according to traditional methods, slowly heated and broken down until a fine curd is obtained. The wheels are pressed, salted, and left to age in cool, ventilated rooms, where they develop intense aromas and a compact texture.

Aroma and Flavor The Bombolone Monte Pora Paleni offers notes of butter, cream, Alpine hay, dried fruit, and a pleasant natural savoriness. The flavor is full, bold, and persistent, with a long, harmonious aromatic finish.

Use in the Kitchen Perfect for:

cheese boards and tastings
risottos, pasta, and gnocchi
shavings over carpaccio and salads
grated over hot dishes
pairings with honey, preserves, and full-bodied wines

Why Choose It Thanks to the quality of the mountain milk and the extended aging process, the Bombolone Monte Pora Paleni is an elegant, intense cheese, ideal for those who love authentic Alpine flavors.

FAQ

Where is Formaggio Bombolone Monte Pora Paleni made and what is its history?

Bombolone Monte Pora Cheese is one of the most original specialities of Caseificio F.lli Paleni: the spherical shape - unusual in the world of traditionally cylindrical

How to store Formaggio Bombolone Monte Pora Paleni and what to pair it with?

Temperature: 4-8 degrees C, wrapped in cheese paper
The spherical shape requires care when cutting: slice vertically to preserve the shape
Remove from fridge 30 minutes before consumption
Use within 2-3 weeks of opening
The rind is edible: do not remove

In the kitchen: On a Bergamasco board with local cured meats, bresaola della Valtellina and chestnut honey. Melted over Bergamasco polenta or as filling for Casoncelli alla bergamasca. On warm croutons with porcini sauteed in butter. The spherical shape makes it visually impressive: ideal as the centrepiece of a mixed board for aperitif. Pairing: Valcalepio Rosso PDO or Bergamasco Barbera.

Is Formaggio Bombolone Monte Pora Paleni an artisan product? What guarantees its quality?

Bombolone Monte Pora Cheese is an exclusive artisan production of Caseificio F.lli Paleni from Gromo (BG), made with cow's milk from Seriana Valley farms in compliance with European food safety regulations. It has no specific PDO but belongs to the artisan Bergamasco cheesemaking tradition. Producer information: Caseificio F.lli Paleni - Gromo, Seriana Valley

Product information

Is Formaggio Bombolone Monte Pora Paleni gluten-free? Does it contain lactose?

Allergens: pasteurised cow's milk
Lactose: present (medium ageing)
Gluten: absent
Pregnancy: suitable - pasteurised milk
Vegan/vegetarian: not suitable (animal rennet)

Main characteristics

Milk: cow milk, Seriana valley (BG)
Producer: Caseificio F.lli Paleni, Gromo (BG)
Classification: semi-hard paste, artisan bergamasco
Shape: spherical — the characteristic that gives the product its name
Rind: thin, smooth, straw yellow
Paste: compact, fine regular eyes
Ageing: medium, in climate-controlled rooms

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