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Pecorino Toscano Cheese and Wine Pairing

Description: Unlike our other Pecorino's, this one is not aged. Pecorino Toscano is a young 100% sheep's milk cheese, only about 40 days old when it arrives on our shores. Because it is a young cheese it is somewhat discreet, almost shy. As the cheese first hits your tongue, you detect a hint of Tuscan herbs, grass and wildflowers. The aftertaste it leaves on your palate is a wonderfully complex flavor that is hard to describe but easy to enjoy. Authentic Pecorino Toscano is name-controlled by the Italian Government, meaning that in order for a cheese to bear the name it must be made to exact specifications and only in defined locales. This one is truly a special item. Made from pasteurized sheep's milk.
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Type of Milk: Sheep

Where is it Produced: Italy

Wine Pairings:

Chianti/Sangiovese: Terroir- an outstanding example of cheese and wines from the same area complimenting each other so well, truly, they make the other taste better.
Tempranillo: Savory and Fruit. The savory element of the cheese interacts with the dark fruit and berries to form a unique earthy tone.
Zinfandel: The savory, almost sweet element of the sheep's milk interacts with the dark fruit, berries, and spice of the Zin to form a complimentary pair.
  Current Price at igourmet.com:  $ 13.99
 
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