Il Forteto Mugello Pecorino Affienato (Hay Coated) 2kg
$56.7
$77.11
Description & Tasting Notes Before modern packaging it was common for cheese-makers to wrap their cheeses with leaves or hay to protect them and to add extra flavour. This pecorino carries on the tradition, pressed with local hay that imparts a sweet honey flavour and beautiful clean aroma of freshly cut Tuscan pastures. Buttery, nutty notes of sheep’s milk linger in the background. Il Forteto is a dairy cooperative using sustainable farming practises and creating cheeses based on traditional recipes that reflect the Tuscan terroir.Other Notes & Serving Suggestions Serve on cheese platters with honey and fresh fruit, or on antipasti platters with cured meats and olives. Pair with medium-bodied red or white wines, particularly Italian varietals such as Chianti and Pinot Grigio. NB: This cheese has an inedible rind.Region: Tuscany, Italy Milk: Pasteurised sheep Rennet: Animal Size: approx 2kg wheel
