The maccagno is a cru of excellence toma from the mountains around Biella.
It takes its name from the Alpe with the same name located beneath Mount Cossarello north of Biella.
The production of maccagno began in the valley to the east of the Biella, following the practice spread throughout the province of Biella.
Was the favorite cheese of Queen Margherita of Savoy and Quintino Sella Minister of the Kingdom of Italy and founder of the Italian Alpine Club.
This original version is produced with use of cow's raw milk.
