Bagossi is the name of the inhabitants of Bagolino, a small town in the upper Brescian region of Val di Caffaro, famous for its carnival. Hence the name of the cheese that is produced in that valley. An uncooked cheese made from partially skimmed milk, it takes on absolutely original characteristics in this alpine area. The size is larger than that of mountain tome cheeses: it usually weighs 16-18 kilograms, but some wheels go up to 20-22 kilograms.
Bagossi is the name of the inhabitants of Bagolino, a small town in the upper Brescian region of Val di Caffaro, famous for its carnival. Hence the name of the cheese that is produced in that valley. An uncooked cheese made from partially skimmed milk, it takes on absolutely original characteristics in this alpine area. The size is larger than that of mountain tome cheeses: it usually weighs 16-18 kilograms, but some wheels go up to 20-22 kilograms.
