Colonnata IGP lard 250g: price and online sale

Colonnata IGP lard 250g

Protected Geographical Indication salami typical of Colonnata, a village in the Apuan Alps under the municipality of Carrara. It is produced with seasoned lard from pigs in marble basins of Carrara.

With a moist appearance and a slightly pinkish white color, it features a homogeneous and soft consistency. Its taste is delicate and fresh, almost sweet, with a fragrant aroma.

CURIOSITIES

The marble of Carrara is also used to preserve food. The basins are made from marble, where the slices of pork lard and the salt with herbs: pepper, cinnamon, cloves, coriander, sage, and rosemary are placed in alternating layers. The basins, rubbed with garlic, have particular temperatures and humidity, which gives the final product its unique characteristics.

Colonnata IGP lard 250g: use in the kitchen

The ideal use of Colonnata IGP lard, in a 250g portion, is natural, cut into thin slices. In the past, it was considered a simple condiment or the "poor" companion for workers in the quarries, given its great nutritional value. It can be enjoyed as a standalone dish or in unusual pairings, for example, with shellfish.

TASTING

Compact, uniform appearance. Pinkish-white color. Soft, velvety, non-greasy texture. Typical smell, aromatic, fragrant, delicate. Moderately flavorful taste, elegant, finely spiced.