Malghe Aperte Silter DOP ★ 4.2
Silter consortium programme on set days each summer: alpine dairies in the Val Camonica, north of Lake Iseo, show visitors the herd at pasture, the milking and the making of Silter DOP, with Silter to taste.
A guide to cheese experiences in Franciacorta.
Cheese Experiences in Franciacorta
Mercato Agricolo Coperto Campagna Amica, Brescia ★ 3.9
Covered farmers' market in Brescia where producers of the province sell direct. Il Colmetto, the goat farm at Rodengo Saiano, sells its goat cheeses, yogurts and puddings at its stall here.
Laboratori del Casaro at Cà de Bì ★ 4.0
Cheesemaker workshops on a goat farm at Ome, in the Franciacorta hills, where visitors learn to make fresh cheeses. Phone the farm ahead for dates, length and price.
Merende in Fattoria at Cà de Bì ★ 3.9
Tastings of the farm's goat cheeses and local products on a goat farm at Ome, in the Franciacorta hills. Phone the farm ahead for dates and price.
Book wine experiences in Franciacorta
Franciacorta: Guided Winery Tour and Tasting Experience
Explore the Ferghettina winery with a guided visit. Choose between a classic or reserve tasting, each paired with local specialties.
Franciacorta: Tour and Food Tasting at the Family Winery in Corte Franca
Discover an authentic experience in Franciacorta with a visit to the winery, wine tasting and local food tasting, guided directly by a family of producers.
Franciacorta: Vineyard Visit, Wine Cellar and Edea Tasting Tour
Discover Franciacorta on a tour of vineyards and a historic cellar, and taste three excellent Mirabella wines accompanied by artisanal products.
Cheese Experiences in Franciacorta, FAQ
How long is Silter aged?
At least 100 days, with the wheels turned regularly on wooden boards in controlled-temperature rooms, per Qualigeo.
Which local wine does Qualigeo suggest with it?
Qualigeo says it goes well with local excellences such as Franciacorta DOP or Valcamonica IGP.
Where can it be made?
Only in the municipalities of the Valle Camonica and Sebino Bresciano mountain communities, in Brescia province.
How big is a wheel?
Qualigeo gives 34 to 40 cm across, 8 to 10 cm high and 10 to 16 kg.
Is Bagòss a DOP?
No. Slow Food lists it as a presidium and Italian Wikipedia as a traditional agri-food product (PAT); the Slow Food page describes a cooperative mark pressed on the side of the wheels since 2004.
How heavy is a wheel?
Italian Wikipedia gives about 18 kg, 40 cm across and 12 to 15 cm high.
Where is it made?
Only in the commune of Bagolino, in Brescia province, per Slow Food.
What does fatulì mean?
Slow Food says the dialect word means little piece.