Parmiggiano reggiano DOP râpé - European Score 100/100

European Score analysis

This grated Parmigiano Reggiano from Lidl's Milbona range carries a perfect score of 100, driven by strong company headquarters and manufacturing scores of 35 each, alongside a full certifications score of 5. The latter reflects the product's PDO (Protected Designation of Origin) status — Parmigiano Reggiano DOP — which guarantees that the cheese originates from a strictly defined area of Italy and is produced according to traditional methods overseen by a dedicated consortium.

Ingredients score 10 and distribution 15, both at their respective maximums, whilst the proximity contribution of 5 confirms further sourcing coherence. The Italian origin is clearly declared, and the PDO label provides an additional layer of traceability and quality assurance beyond what many competing products in the category can offer. With a percentile of 58, this product outscores 58% of the 45 products evaluated in the Parmigiano Reggiano category — a respectable mid-range position that nonetheless suggests stronger performers exist.

For shoppers looking for an authentic Italian protected cheese available through a mainstream retail channel, this product offers a reliable balance of heritage credentials and competitive pricing. The combination of maximum scores across headquarters, manufacturing, and certifications is relatively uncommon in this category and signals a product whose supply chain integrity is well above average.