Eridanous Manouri P.D.O. Cheese

Eridanous Manouri P.D.O. is a traditional Greek whey cheese produced in Greece. As identified by its Protected Designation of Origin (P.D.O.) status, it is legally required to be manufactured in Central or Western Macedonia, or Thessaly, using traditional methods and milk from specific local breeds of sheep and goats. The Eridanous brand is an exclusive private label developed for the German retailer Lidl to market authentic Greek products across its international grocery chain.

The brand was originally conceived in Germany by Lidl to offer a range of Mediterranean specialties including feta, oils, and snacks. Because Eridanous is a private label, it is owned and managed by Lidl Stiftung & Co. KG. The manufacturing is typically outsourced to specialized Greek dairies that meet the strict P.D.O. certification standards, ensuring the product reflects traditional Greek culinary practices while being distributed through a massive global retail network headquartered in Germany.