The history of Gorgonzola cheese, dating back to 879, remains cloaked in mystery, with multiple origins and legends stemming from Northern Italy's alpine regions.
Most legends about Gorgonzola center around the regions of Pasturo, Milan, and Gorgonzola, depicting various tales including herdsmen improvising cheese-making tools.
Gorgonzola's creation is said to stem from a weekend mishap of young herdsmen, combining various curds which led to the distinctive blue cheese.
The aging of Gorgonzola takes place in ancient mountain caves of Valsassina, where ideal temperatures help in developing its unique flavor profile.
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