The Lower Mantuan Plain: A Land that Tastes of Parmigiano

Gonfo’s Parmigiano Reggiano is more than just cheese — it is the story of a land shaped by water, soil, and work.
The Lower Mantuan Plain, where Latteria Sociale Gonfo is located, is a landscape of fertile fields, slow-moving mists, and grassy riverbanks, formed by centuries of agricultural life.

Between Lombardy and Emilia

Gonfo is situated in Motteggiana, on the border between Lombardy and Emilia-Romagna — an area where cultures, dialects, and traditions meet.
Here, the River Po is far more than a natural boundary: it is the lifeblood that irrigates the fields and nourishes one of Italy’s most productive agricultural regions.

The flat expanses of the Lower Mantuan Plain are ideal for growing high-quality forage, such as alfalfa and meadow hay, which make the milk particularly suitable for cheesemaking.
The humid climate and alluvial soil contribute to the characteristic sweetness and aromatic complexity of Gonfo’s Parmigiano Reggiano.

Rural Tradition and Innovation

Today, Gonfo’s member farms represent a new generation of farmers who combine tradition with innovation — caring for animal welfare, using resources sustainably, investing in renewable energy, and respecting the natural rhythms of the land.

Did you know?

The Gonfo area lies within the northernmost zone of Parmigiano Reggiano production — a unique crossroads between Emilian cheesemaking heritage and Lombard agricultural culture.