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History

Gorgonzola Pdo has a long history that has its roots in the 9th century. Over time it has evolved and adapted to contemporary tastes, without ever losing its unique quality.

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The origins of taste

1951

As a result of the meeting held in Stresa between all major European dairy experts, a convention was signed on June 1, 1951, to protect Europe’s major and typical dairy products.

The origins of taste

1955

On October 30, 1955, the designations of origin Parmigiano-Reggiano, Grana-Padano, Gorgonzola, Pecorino Romano, Fontina and Pecorino Siciliano were officially recognized by Presidential Decree 1269.

The origins of taste

1968

As many as two voluntary consortia even sprang up in 1968: the first in Novara at the local Chamber of Commerce made up of small producers in the province of Novara and the second in Milan at the headquarters of the Italian Dairy Association and formed mainly by large industries in the sector.

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The origins of taste

1971

In 1971, by Ministerial Decree, the Consortium was given the task of supervising the production and trade of Gorgonzola cheese. During these years, the tasks, responsibilities and structural organization of the body are defined; the mark of origin to be placed on the cheese produced is studied and prepared.

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The origins of taste

1975

It is not until March 1, 1975, that the marking of fresh cheese and the affixing of the visual mark “” on the aluminum wrapping of Gorgonzola cheese when it is marketed begins. This is sanctioned by publication in the Official Gazette on 15/5/75.

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The origins of taste

1996

With EC Regulation No. 1107/96, gorgonzola cheese is recognized and registered by the European Union in the list of “dop” products on June 12, 1996.

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The origins of taste

2002

With a new Decree dated April 24, 2002, the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, recognized and assigned to the Consortium, the task of carrying out activities concerning proposals for production regulations, those for improving the quality of the same, including in terms of food safety, as well as in collaboration with the same Ministry, carry out activities to safeguard against abuse, acts of unfair competition, counterfeiting, and improper use of the protected name.

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