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
BARREL AGED FETA (bar-uhl ey-jid fet-uh)
Description: THESSALLY - Feta is aged for four months in seasoned birch barrels. Mt. Vikos Barrel Aged Feta Cheese is creamy with a rich, complex flavor. Crumble over fresh vegetables or give it a twist to your favorite pizza. Pairs well with a crisp oaky white wine like a Chardonnay.
MANCHEGO (mon-CHAY-goe)
Description: CASTILLA LA MANCHA-With a delicious briny, nuttiness, it is Spain's most popular cheese. Its cross-hatched rind is a nod to the tradition of pressing its curd into molds made of tough local grasses. This authentic, artisanal cheese is earthy, hearty and wonderful. Pairs naturally with sherry, marconas almonds and tempranillo.
OSSAU-IRATY (OWE-so ear-a-TEE)
Description: PYRENEES- Named for the regional river, valley and villages, Ossau-Iraty actually refers to a family of sheep's milk (Brebis) cheese. The prized cheeses are extraordinarily flavored with a lactic, nutty, rich slightly oily, firm texture. This cheese pairs nicely with black olive tapenade and Sauvignon Blanc or a Madiran.
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.
