During his quest to find the best cheeses in Italy a cheese lover from Holland discovered many inspiring local cheese specialties. On return to the Netherlands he created a Dutch cheese which was inspired by both the Italian parmesan and the soft, sweet gruyere cheese. The Prima Donna has a softer structure than parmesan but harder than gruyere. In the style of classic aged gouda, this cheese is full flavoured and nutty with a delightfully creamy texture. A well aged Prima Donna will develop tiny, white specks of calcium, which adds to the overall character by creating a crunch in the texture.

Country of origin: Holland