Finocchiona is a traditional Italian cured meat, typical of Tuscany, known for its distinctive taste given by the use of wild fennel seeds. It is produced with pork, salt, pepper and fennel seeds, which give it a unique aroma and rich flavour. It is also characterized by its soft consistency. This cured meat is subject to the PGI (Protected Geographical Indication) denomination, which guarantees respect for traditional production methods and geographical origin.
1. History of Finocchiona
Finocchiona was born in Tuscany and its history is deeply rooted in this land rich in food and wine culture. Legend has it that it was invented by chance, when traders replaced the expensive pepper with fennel seeds, abundant in the Tuscan countryside, to flavor the cured meat. From this fortuitous experiment a unique cured meat was born, appreciated not only in Italy but throughout the world.
2. What makes Finocchiona PGI unique
Finocchiona PGI stands out for its unique combination of ingredients and production process. The heart of this cured meat is pork meat, carefully selected, to which salt, pepper and, above all, wild fennel seeds are added. This last ingredient is fundamental: it gives Finocchiona its distinctive aroma and flavour. The curing process, which can vary depending on the size of the cured meat, further contributes to defining its rich and delicate flavour, making every bite a unique sensory experience.
3. The PGI regulations
The PGI (Protected Geographical Indication) denomination is a quality mark that guarantees the geographical origin and respect for traditional production methods. For Finocchiona PGI, this means that every phase of the production process - from the selection of the meat to the mincing, from the dough to the maturing - must follow rigorous standards established by the specification. This not only ensures the quality of the finished product, but keeps the culinary traditions of Tuscany alive, protecting the historic Finocchiona recipe.
4. Poli Sapori's Finocchiona PGI
At the heart of Poli Sapori's production is Finocchiona PGI, a product that reflects our dedication to quality and tradition. Scrupulously adhering to the PGI regulations, we select only the highest quality pork, coming from Italian farms, preferably Tuscan. Each phase of the processing is carried out with artisanal skill: from the mincing of the meats to their mixing with salt, pepper and wild fennel seeds. Our Finocchiona matures slowly, acquiring that taste and aroma that make it an unmistakable cured meat, appreciated by connoisseurs and gourmets.