Pecorino Canestrato Del Pastore (SLICE 0.35 KG approx.)

Pecorino Canestrato Del Pastore is an authentic sheep's cheese, rooted in pastoral cheese-making tradition and crafted artisanally. With a minimum aging of 45 days, this pecorino expresses all the freshness and delicacy of sheep's milk. Its golden rind bears the characteristic basket marks, a detail that testifies to its connection with pastoral history and culture. With a balanced and slightly savory taste, this cheese is perfect for everyday use and for those who love authentic and genuine flavors. Milk: Sheep's milk. Organoleptic Characteristics Appearance: Cylindrical shape with a golden rind and the typical basket marks. Straw-yellow colored paste, compact and uniform. Aroma: Delicate, with milky notes and herbaceous nuances that evoke the pasture. Flavor: Sweet and slightly savory, with a fresh and harmonious taste that enhances the delicacy of sheep's milk and a persistent and delicate finish. Texture: Compact and slightly elastic, with a soft and melting structure on the palate. Diameter: 13 cm. Recommended Pairings Honey: Eucalyptus HoneyEucalyptus honey, with its intense and slightly balsamic aroma, pleasantly contrasts with the sweetness and delicacy of the pecorino, enhancing its milky notes. Pearls: White Condiment PearlsWhite condiment pearls add a refined and slightly acidic note that balances the freshness of the pecorino, offering a pleasant aromatic complexity. Compote: Pear and Balsamic Vinegar of Modena IGP CompoteThe sweetness of the pear compote, accompanied by the delicate acidity of the balsamic, creates a harmonious pairing with the pecorino, intensifying its herbaceous nuances. Jelly: Raspberry JellyRaspberry jelly, with its light and sweet acidity, complements the fresh flavor of the cheese and adds a lively and fruity touch. Cream: White CreamThe white cream, with its delicate and creamy taste, harmonizes perfectly with the pecorino, enriching its texture and offering a balanced contrast of flavors. Purissima: Wild Blueberry PurissimaThe wild blueberry purissima, with its intense and slightly acidic taste, accentuates the freshness and lightness of the cheese, giving a sophisticated fruity nuance. Traditional: Savòr ModeneseSavòr Modenese, with its intense sweetness and notes of cooked must, enhances the simplicity and genuineness of the pecorino, enriching it with a traditional touch. Beer: Perfect with a Pilsner or a Saison beer, which complement the milky and fresh notes of the pecorino. Wines: Pairs well with a fresh and light white wine like a Vermentino or a Pecorino, or with a young and fruity red like a Cerasuolo. Bread: Ideal with rustic bread or simple focaccia, for a traditional and genuine pairing. Other Pairings: Excellent enjoyed on its own, or with fresh fruit or seasonal vegetables. Also ideal as an ingredient in traditional pasta dishes. Recommended Knife: A smooth and sharp blade knife is ideal to maintain the soft texture of the cheese intact.