 | Description: The softest, creamiest member of the famous Italian Stracchino cheeses, Taleggio was first made in the valley of the same name, located in the historic province of Bergamo. Taleggio made its debut in the international cheese markets after World War I, around the same time as its cousin Bel Paese. Its rough, rosy crust (inedible), pale yellow interior, and rich and buttery, fruity, slightly salty flavor are what give Taleggio its individuality. Taleggio's soft, incredibly flavorful interior is creamy in texture and has a pungent aroma. The cheese imparts the essence of the Italian countryside in such a demonstrative manner that you could swear you were sitting among the cows on a grassy hillside in Lombardy. Made from pasteurized cow's milk.
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Type of Milk: Cow
Where is it Produced: Italy
Wine Pairings:
| Barbera: Frank and robust. Both wine and cheese envelop the earth qualities of where they are grown and produced. The bigness of both create a taste not for the timid.
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| Merlot: The deep dark fruit flavors, as well as the structure of the wine balance out the fullness and full cream and fat of the cheese. A big cheese needs a big wine.
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Current Price at igourmet.com: $ 0.00 |
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