Gran Moravia
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| Gran Moravia | |
|---|---|
| Country of origin | Czech Republic |
| Region | Moravia (Litovel) |
| Source of milk | Cows |
| Pasteurised | No |
| Texture | Hard |
Gran Moravia is a long-aged, hard grana-style cheese produced in Litovel in Moravia (Czech Republic). It is made from cow's milk and is intended for both table use and grating, in a style comparable to Italian grana cheeses.[1] The cheese was developed in the early 21st century and is a relatively recent addition to the grana-style cheese family.[2]
The cheese is produced by Brazzale Moravia a.s., part of the Italian Brazzale Group, and most of its production is sold abroad, particularly to Italy.[3]
Production and ripening
Gran Moravia is manufactured from Czech Milk in Litovel and then ripened for part of its maturation in the Veneto region of Italy. They were originally ripened in a traditional warehouse, but since 2021 have used a large robotised ripening warehouse.[6] Regional reporting has likewise described the cheese's ageing and associated logistics in northern Italy, including facilities in the Alpine foothills.[7]