Pecorino delle Balze Volteranne - Organic - D.O.P.
(Peh-co-REE-no BAHL-eh VOL-tehr-RAH-neh)
Country Italy |
Milk Type Sheep |
Cheese Type Firm |
Wine Sangiovese |
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Pecorino delle Balze Volteranne is a raw organic pecorino from Tuscany is made with vegetable rennet of wild artichoke. The cheese is aged in oak barrels for 60 days, the rind covered in oak and olive wood ash. This imparts a unique green olive flavor and long finish. This cheese is firm, toothsome and has a nutty texture. This cheese pairs well with many dry white wines and medium-bodied reds. |
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| COW | SHEEP | GOAT | WASHED RIND | HARD | SOFT+BLOOMY | FIRM |
| CHEDDAR | SEMI-FIRM | RAW MILK | LEAF WRAPPED | SEMI-SOFT | BLUES | MOUNTAIN |