Description: Asiago was originally made only in northern Italy, near the town of Asiago. Its a hard aromatic cheese with a crumbly texture, with flavors reminiscent of sharp Cheddar and Parmesan. Asiago is granular, like Parmesan, but a bit more pungent in flavor.
Type of Milk: Cow
Where is it Produced: Italy
Wine Pairings:
| Charbono: The dry dusty earthiness of the wine is reflected well in the cheese.
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| Rioja: The oaky, big dark fruit components in Rioja'a makes a great pairing with the rich complex flavors of the cheese.
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