BOSCHETTO AL TARTUFO (bos-KET-o al tar-TOO-foe)
Description: TUSCANY - This mild and tender cheese is made from a careful blend of sheep's milk and cow's milk. Throughout are shavings of rare, white truffle that make the cheese an addictive delicacy. A true treasure from our friend, Stephano, owner of Il Forteto. Pair with a spicy Italian red and thinly sliced prosciutto di parma ham.
Region: Italy
Milk Type: Cow and Sheep
GORGONZOLA DOLCE (gor-gahn-ZOH-lah DOLE-chay)
Description: LOMBARDY, PIEDMONT - Gorgonzola Dolce is aged three to six months producing a creamy, mildly spicy, earthy flavor. One of the trio of world-class blues, along with Roquefort and Stilton. Pair with walnut bread and honey. Enjoy with a glass of Pinot Noir or a sweer Riesling.
PARMIGIANO REGGIANO (par-mee-JA-no ray-JA-no)
Description: ITALY - Named after two provinces in the region of Emilia Romagna where the cheese is made,(Parma and Reggio), the 80 lb. wheels, aged about 24 months, have a famously grainy, flinty texture and nutty, unforgettable taste. Grate over pastas, in sauces, or crumbled and eaten with your best Chianti.
PECORINO CACIO DI BOSCO (pay-ko-REE-no caw-key-OW day boss-koh)
Description: TUSCANY - Pecorino is the general name for any sheep's milk cheese made in Italy, but this superb 100% sheep's milk cheese is very special with the addition of white truffles. Made throughout Tuscany, the flaky texture and rich, olive flavor is great as a treat with cured meats, fruit, bread and red wine.
PECORINO TOSCANO STAGIONATO (pay-ko-REE-no to-SKAN-no)
Description: TUSCANY - Pecorino is the general name for any sheep's milk cheese made in Italy, but this superb 100% sheep's milk cheese is very special. Made throughout Tuscany, it is known for its slightly flaky texture and rich, olivey, and very nutty flavor. Excelent paired with a super Tuscan wine and a bowl of castelvatrano olives.
ROBIOLA BOSINA (roh-bee-OH-la bu-see-nah)
Description: LOMBARDIA-Of the Northern Italian Cheeses that bear the name Robiola, there are more variations than that of Cheddars. Can be made from cow's milk, goat's milk or a combination of the two. This is the classic luxury cheese and highlight the superior quality of Lombardian and Piedmontese milk. Serve with Sauvignon Blanc, honey.
TALEGGIO (ta-LEDGE-oh)
Description: LOMBARDY - A deliciously rich, bulging pillow of cheese made since the 11th century. This wonderful cheese has a fresh, desirable farmyard aroma and its creamy paste melts in your mouth. Terrific on its own, or as traditionally seen in Italy sliced over hot polenta. Taleggio pairs nicely with Italian Nebbiolo wines.
