Parmigiano reggiano aop rape 12 mois lc 60g - European Score 100/100

European Score analysis

Itinéraire des saveurs' Parmigiano Reggiano AOP rapé achieves a perfect European Score of 100, placing it in the 58th percentile of the parmigiano reggiano category — outscoring 58% of the 45 products assessed. Headquarters (35) and manufacturing (35) both reach their maximum, with the cheese produced in Italy and the French retailer Intermarché holding European corporate oversight. Distribution (15), certifications (5), and proximity (5) all score at full value, while ingredients reach 10.

The certifications sub-score of 5 is supported by a PDO (Protected Designation of Origin) designation — one of the most rigorous European quality labels available — confirming that this Parmigiano Reggiano is authentically produced within the strictly defined Italian geographical zone and according to regulated methods. The Nutriscore grade D reflects the nutritional profile typical of aged hard cheeses and has no bearing on the European Score calculation.

For a European-minded shopper, this product offers an exemplary alignment of European protected origin and European retail accountability. The PDO label is not merely a marketing claim but a legally enforced guarantee of provenance, making this one of the most traceable products in its category. The 58th percentile ranking suggests a competitive mid-field position, likely because many rivals in the Parmigiano Reggiano category share similar PDO credentials. Nevertheless, the combination of Italian manufacturing, French corporate distribution, and certified protected origin makes this a highly credible choice for shoppers who value both European heritage and verifiable provenance.