Sustainability is.... Red cow Parmesan cheese
Consorzio Vacche Rosse and the vocation for sustainability.
(HALF DAY experience - from 2 to 10 people)
Join us for a half-day adventure with the Vacche Rosse Consortium, exploring the production process of Parmigiano Reggiano delle Vacche Rosse, the native cattle breed of Reggio Emilia, and learning more about the sustainable practices adopted by the Consortium's farms.
The itinerary includes a visit to the dairy with a vertical tasting of three ripenings, a visit to the herd and a delicious aperitif-tasting at the end of the experience.
When purchasing, you can choose to add the private transport service with private driver to your basket for the entire duration of the experience.
By contacting Itinere srl (info@itinere.re.it) it is possible to customise the experience (train tickets, lunch, guided tour of the historic centre of Reggio Emilia, etc.).
RED COWS
The 'Vacche Rosse' (Red Cows) are a breed of cattle also known as the 'Rossa Reggiana' (Red Reggiana), native to the Reggio Emilia area.
This breed is characterised by its mahogany or deep red coat, from which it derives its name. The 'Reggiana Red Cows' are famous for their resistance, adaptability to the local climate and ability to produce high quality milk, used in the production of fine cheeses, such as Parmigiano Reggiano. This breed of cattle has a long history rooted in the agricultural tradition of o the local climate and ability to produce high quality milk, used in the production of fine cheeses, such as Parmigiano Reggiano. This breed of cattle has a long and deep-rooted history in the agricultural tradition of Emilia-Romagna, contributing significantly to sustainable agricultural production and the preservation of Italy's cultural heritage. We look forward to telling you about it!
● Pick-up with private driver from Hotel / Station or other agreed point in the province of Reggio Emilia (if included)
● 9.30 am - 10.45 am VISIT TO A CHEESE DAIRY (with tasting of 3 types of cheese)
● 11.15am - 12.30pm VISIT TO THE FARM (focus on the sustainability practices adopted by the Consortium) and APERITIVO-TASTING with Vacche Rosse kit at the farm
● Return to the starting point or a desired point in Reggio Emilia (if transfer included)
Explore the world of Parmigiano Reggiano production and farming tradition of the Red Cows Consortium: visit a cheese factory with tasting and visit to the farm with final aperitif. A unique combination of taste and environmental commitment.
