Agrì di Valtorta: the small cheese with a long tradition
L’Agrì of Valtorta It is one of the most representative products of the ancient dairy tradition of the Alta Valle Brembana. This small cheese, with its delicate flavor and artisanal processing, tells a story of mountains, hard work, and knowledge passed down from generation to generation.
In the past, its production was very widespread in the agricultural enterprises of the valley. In Valtorta, the so-called “pasta di Agrì”, A semi-finished product that was transported every week by the women of the village to the nearby Valsassina. Carrying the gerles on their shoulders, they walked along the ancient paths through the pastures of Ceresola and the Piani di Bobbio, where the product was then processed by the local cheesemakers into cheese ready for sale.
Today, Agrì represents a precious testimony to the rural culture of the Val Brembana and has been recovered thanks to the commitment of local producers and the enhancement of traditional products.
During a visit to Valtorta, it can be enjoyed in various stages of maturation: fresh, from a soft and delicate taste, or seasoned, With more intense flavors and a denser consistency. Tradition suggests enjoying it fresh with a sprinkling of sugar and cinnamon, or aged with a dash of extra virgin olive oil and a few drops of aromatic vinegar, thus enhancing all the flavor nuances.
Trying Agrì means experiencing an authentic gastronomic experience, discovering one of the little gems of the region. Cheese Valley of Bergamo, Where each product tells the deep connection between the territory, the alpine pastures and mountain life.
