Pecorino cheese: a real Tuscan delicacy
Discover the Tuscan pecorino
Pecorino Toscano has a special place among Italy's culinary treasures. This semi-hard Tuscan sheep's milk cheese is characterised by its delicate aroma and pleasantly nutty flavour;
Variety and fun
Although all Pecorino Toscano cheeses are made according to the same basic recipe, there is an impressive variety of flavours, as each master cheesemaker adds their own personal touch. For example, the cheese can be refined with truffles, chilli peppers or other spices to create unique flavours.
Whether on its own, on a cheese plate, grated in pasta or risotto or as an ingredient in one of the many traditional Tuscan recipes, Pecorino Toscano always brings a touch of Tuscany to the table;
We offer a large selection of Tuscan sheep's milk cheeses:
The cheeseFattoria dei Barbi Aglione is a unique cheese with the flavour of Aglione, a special type of Tuscan garlic. Truffle lovers will love the Fattoria dei Barbi Bianchetto Love truffle cheese. This cheese combines the exquisite flavour of pecorino with the refined note of truffle Another popular cheese is the Cacio di Afrodite from Caseificio il Fiorino. This cheese is known for its rich and intense flavour; The Pecorino Riserva del Pastore from Podere Paterno is a special cheese made from sheep's milk that is known for its fresh and sweet flavour.
Tradition and quality
The production of Tuscan pecorino follows a centuries-old tradition and places high demands on the quality of the ingredients used. This starts with the milk: only sheep's milk from Tuscany is used to make the cheese;
The milk is boiled and rennet is added to start the curdling process. Once cooled, the curd is pressed into moulds and stretched before maturing for at least 20 days in cellars with controlled temperature and humidity.
Protected Designation of Origin (DOP)
Pecorino Toscano is so deeply rooted in the history and culture of Tuscany that it has been a protected designation of origin (PDO). This means that every cheese bearing the name Pecorino Toscano must fulfil certain quality standards and must be produced exclusively in Tuscany. Each of these cheeses offers a slice of the Tuscan way of life and is a testament to the region's artisanal and culinary tradition.
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