Product Information
Love your pecorino? Buy a whole wheel of Forte Scuro – a mature Tuscan pecorino rubbed with olive oil and ash.
Contains:
A whole wheel of Forte Scuro Pecorino (approx 2.5kg)
All packed in a cheese box with ribbon.
The cheese:
Forte Scuro translates to ‘strong, dark’ – reflecting the sharp flavours and crumbly texture of this matured cheese rubbed with ash and olive oil during an extended maturation. Even though up-front this cheese is quite bitey, the finish is still well-balanced and grassy – characteristic of good Tuscan pecorino. This is a great cheese for anyone looking for a full-flavour that isn’t too salty or piccante.
Region: Tuscany, Italy
Milk: Sheep
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