This type of cheese has a grainy structure and is classified as a hard cheese that is aged for 9 months. It has a salty, piquant taste with a slight nutty undertone.
Grana Padano is used both separately, as an addition to vermouth, wine, usually red, and in grated form, similar to Parmesan, for dressing pasta and in salads. This type of cheese is also included in sauces, first and second courses.