Identikit and main features
Resistant to touch, the lean parts are bright red-pink, while the fat is milk white. Slices have a good texture and a delicate fragrance, thanks to the tanning method. It has a delicate spiced aroma, not too salty and very agreeable if flavoured with herbs. It is realised using fresh meats only of 9 months old pigs, which weight no less than 144 kg.
Area of production
It is produced in the territory of the Cuneo province.
History
The lard has very ancient origins and, here, in Piedmont it has always been part of the popular basic diet. In the past it was use to heal diseases like shingles. Moreover it was use whipped to prepare meats or with chestnuts.
