Salame Felino Aurora

Salame Felino is the most elegant and delicate salami of Emilian norcineria: named after the village of Felino in the Parma hills, renowned since the Middle Ages for salami ageing — thanks to its favourable microclimate with natural air currents from the Apennines and constant humidity —, it has an organoleptic profile that clearly distinguishes it from the more spiced and fatty salamis of the North and South. The first mention of Salame di Felino as a commercial product dates to 1436 in an inventory of the Bishopric of Parma, which cites 'Insaccati di Felino' as a valuable trading commodity among the products of the Parma hills. The PGI was recognised by the European Commission in 2013. The specification prescribes: exclusively heavy pigs from the Parma zone, manual processing, natural casing — generally pork intestine —, minimum ageing of 25 days in premises with controlled microclimate. Aurora is one of the most historic producers of Salame di Felino, with a long tradition in the Parma hills. The delicate flavour — mild, lightly spiced, with subtle notes of pepper and garlic — makes it the ideal salami for those seeking a more delicate alternative to the more rustic types of northern Italian norcineria.

• Whole: hanging at 12–16 °C; up to 4 months
• Once cut: wrapped in wax paper in the fridge; use within 2–3 weeks
• Remove 20 minutes before tasting
• Do not freeze: the delicate texture changes

In the kitchen: Ideal for a fine board with Parmigiano Reggiano and Prosciutto di Parma. On Focaccia al formaggio and Piadina Romagnola. As antipasto misto emiliano. In Pasta fritta farcita. Pairing: Lambrusco di Sorbara PGI — the classic territorial pairing; also Malvasia dei Colli di Parma for a white wine combination.

Certification: PGI — Protected Geographical Indication (EU)

Description:
Soft, finely ground pork salami produced exclusively in the municipality of Felino and surrounding area in the province of Parma. Made from selected cuts of Italian pork, seasoned only with salt, pepper and white wine — no preservatives. Minimum ageing 25 days. Recognised for its characteristic sweetness, delicate aroma and melt-in-the-mouth texture.

Certifying body:
Consorzio del Salame Felino IGP

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• Allergens: pork; garlic; black and white pepper
• Gluten: absent (natural casing)
• Lactose: absent
• Pregnancy: with caution — raw aged meat
• Vegan/vegetarian: not suitable